天子
tiān
zǐ

Definitions

  1. 1. the (rightful) emperor
  2. 2. "Son of Heaven" (traditional English translation)

Components

  • 天 tiān – day
  • 子 zǐ – son

Related Words

  • 挟天子以令天下 xié tiān zǐ yǐ lìng tiān xià – (expr.) hold the feudal overlord and you control the whole country
  • 挟天子以令诸侯 xié tiān zǐ yǐ lìng zhū hóu – (expr.) hold the feudal overlord and you control his vassals
  • 真龙天子 zhēn lóng tiān zǐ – true son of heaven