左將軍

See also: 左将军

Chinese

left general; sulfur
trad. (左將軍) 左 將軍
simp. (左将军) 左 将军

Etymology

General of the Left (along with General of the Right, Front and Rear) was usually picked based on abilities rather than family ties, and was directly subordinate to the central government.

Pronunciation

Noun

左將軍

  1. (historical) General of the Left (a high military rank held by generals in ancient China)
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