Synonyms for

Mandarin

Verb / ˈmændɜ:ʌn / Another word for mandarin — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a high-ranking government official in imperial China

Synonyms & similar words

mandarinchinese mandarin citrusreticulata mandarinorangetree mandarinorange beijingdialect mandarindialect bureaucrat official administrator executive functionary minister regent governor magistrate prefect viceroy proconsul emir sheikh sultan emperor king prince ruler

Synonyms by register

Formal

official dignitary administrator functionary

Informal

bigwig boss head honcho top dog

Literary

magnate potentate potentate

Antonyms

commoner peasant layperson subordinate underling novice

Common collocations

  • mandarin orange
  • mandarin collar
  • mandarin duck
  • mandarin dialect
  • mandarin government
  • mandarin class

Word family

noun mandarin
adjective mandarin

Usage note

Primarily refers to a high-ranking official in imperial China or a variety of Chinese. Can also refer to a type of orange or a duck. The term carries connotations of power and authority.

Example sentences

  1. The mandarin was very powerful in imperial China.
  2. The mandarin had a lot of responsibilities and duties to perform.
  3. The mandarin was respected by the people of the province.
  4. In China, only the most talented people could become mandarins.
  5. The mandarin lived a lavish lifestyle and had many servants.

Quotes

  • The mandarin ducks are a symbol of love and fidelity in Chinese culture.
  • The mandarin is a beautiful bird with colorful feathers and a distinctive call.
  • The mandarin is a fruit that is rich in vitamin C and other nutrients.

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