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控制
kòngzhì
Description
“控制”的意思是让某个东西或情况按照你的想法去做，不让它乱来。
"控制" means to make something or a situation go according to your wishes, preventing it from going out of control.
我们可以控制机器、控制自己的情绪，也可以控制花的钱。
We can control machines, control our emotions, and also control the money we spend.
Meanings
控制kòngzhì
to control; to keep under command
他很会控制自己的时间。
He is good at managing his time.
控制kòngzhì
to restrain; to keep in check
你要控制一下你的脾气。
You need to control your temper.
控制kòngzhì
control (as a noun)
这个地方在他的控制之下。
This place is under his control.
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Notes
- Etymology
控 (to pull/control) + 制 (to make/restrain), both suggesting keeping something in order.
- Nuance
控制 stresses active command; 限制 focuses on setting limits or restrictions.
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