地方官

dìfāngguān
noun #29,640

Measure Word

Meanings

  1. 1 local official
  2. 2 regional government officer

Examples

Gǔdài de dìfāngguān fùzé wéihù dìfāng zhìxù hé zhēngshōu fùshuì.
In ancient times, local officials were responsible for maintaining order and collecting taxes.
Zhèwèi dìfāngguān yīn liánjiéfènggōng ér shēnshòu bǎixìng àidài.
This local official was deeply loved by the people for his integrity and dedication.

Tips

history
In imperial China, 地方官 referred to magistrates (知县, 知府) who governed at county or prefecture level, serving as judge, tax collector, and administrator all in one.

Stroke Order

fāng
guān