🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

自治

Pronunciation / Transliteration: zìzhì

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Autonomy/ɔːˈtɒn.ə.mi/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"该地区争取了更多的自治权。"

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As noun
  1. 1

    The right or condition of self-government, especially in a particular sphere.

    "The region was granted relative autonomy from the central government."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'autonomy' originates from the Greek word 'autonomia', which means 'self-governance'. It evolved through Latin and Middle French before entering English in the late 16th century, reflecting a shift towards individual and collective self-determination.

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