领
袖

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The word 领袖 (lǐngxiù), meaning "leader", is formed through a vivid conceptual metaphor. It combines the characters for "collar" (领) and "sleeves" (袖), which are the most prominent, elevated, and guiding parts of traditional garment. Just as the collar and sleeves direct the shape and function of the clothing and are the first points of contact and visibility, the compound metaphorically represents a person who guides, stands out, and provides structure and direction for a group or nation.

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他是我们的领袖。

Tā shì wǒmen de lǐngxiù.

He is our leader.

这位领袖非常英明。

Zhè wèi lǐngxiù fēicháng yīngmíng.

This leader is very wise.

领袖在危机中展现了卓越的领导力。

Lǐngxiù zài wēijī zhōng zhǎnxiànle zhuóyuè de lǐngdǎo lì.

The leader demonstrated outstanding leadership during the crisis.

每当历史转折关头，领袖总能指引正确的方向。

Měi dāng lìshǐ zhuǎnzhé guāntóu, lǐngxiù zǒng néng zhǐyǐn zhèngquè de fāngxiàng.

At every historical turning point, the leader always guides the right direction.

作为一位具有远见卓识的领袖，他不仅推动了经济发展，还促进了文化繁荣。

Zuòwéi yī wèi jùyǒu yuǎnjiàn zhuóshí de lǐngxiù, tā bùjǐn tuīdòngle jīngjì fāzhǎn, hái cùjìnle wénhuà fánróng.

As a leader with vision and insight, he not only promoted economic development but also fostered cultural prosperity.

Word Definition - 领袖

lǐng xiù leader

Individual Character Details

领 lǐng
袖 xiù