Definition
权术 describes the strategic, often manipulative use of political power — think 'power games' or 'political maneuvering.' It usually has a negative tone, implying behind-the-scenes cunning rather than open governance. You'll see it in discussions of bureaucratic infighting or historical court politics.
n.
political maneuveringpower games
Examples
- 权术，。Tā jīngtōng quán shù, zài guānchǎng shàng bùbù gāoshēng.He is skilled at political maneuvering and rises step by step in officialdom.
- 权术。Hěnduō rén rènwéi quán shù bǐ nénglì gèng zhòngyào.Many people think that power games are more important than ability.
- 权术。Zhè bù diànyǐng jiēlù le zhèngjiè zhōng de quán shù.This film exposes the power games in political circles.
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