🇯🇵Japanese Source WordCode: JA

赤い冠

Pronunciation / Transliteration: akai kanmuri

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Hongguan/hɔŋˈɡwɑn/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇯🇵 Example Sentence in Japanese:

"皇帝は即位式で華やかな赤い冠をかぶっていた。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A term used to describe a type of ceremonial cap or crown, often associated with traditional Chinese attire.

    "The emperor wore a magnificent hongguan during the coronation ceremony."
  2. 2

    A metaphorical expression referring to a position of high status or authority.

    "She aspired to wear the hongguan of leadership in her organization."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'Hongguan' originates from Mandarin Chinese, where 'hong' (红) means 'red' and 'guan' (冠) means 'crown' or 'cap'. The word has evolved in various contexts, often symbolizing authority or prestige associated with the color red in Chinese culture.

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