主导

主导 means to dominate or take the lead in a situation. It emphasizes control or leadership, often implying that one party has significant influence over the direction or outcome of an event.

The character 主 (zhǔ) means 'main' or 'master,' while 导 (dǎo) means 'to guide' or 'to lead.' Together, they form a word that conveys the idea of taking control and steering a course of action.

主导 is commonly used in contexts such as business, politics, and social dynamics, where one entity exerts influence over others. It can also appear in expressions like 主导产业 (zhǔdǎo chǎnyè), meaning 'leading industry,' or 主导地位 (zhǔdǎo dìwèi), meaning 'dominant position.' Understanding this term helps grasp the power dynamics in various aspects of Chinese society.