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天下
tiānxià
Description
"天下"的意思是整个世界，或者一个国家的所有地方。
"天下" means the entire world, or all parts of a country.
古代常说皇帝管理天下，现在也可以用来说"世界上"。
In ancient times, it often referred to the emperor ruling 天下; now it can also mean "in the world."
Meanings
天下tiānxià
the whole world; everything under heaven
这是天下最美的地方。
This is the most beautiful place in the world.
天下tiānxià
state power; rule over a country
古代皇帝想要统治天下。
Ancient emperors wanted to rule the world.
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Notes
- Etymology
literally "under heaven" (天 sky + 下 below), meaning all the land ruled by an emperor.
- Nuance
often used in fixed phrases like 天下第一 (best in the world).
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