称王称霸 to dominate
Explanation
指凭借权势，在一方称王称霸，或狂妄地以首脑自居。
To dominate in a certain area by wielding power and influence, or to arrogantly consider oneself the leader.
Origin Story
春秋战国时期，群雄割据，诸侯争霸，七国各自称雄，都想成为天下霸主。秦国经过商鞅变法，国力日渐强盛，最终统一六国，结束了战国乱世。然而，秦始皇的暴政，激起了人民的反抗，秦朝二世而亡。这段历史，如同一个警示，提醒着人们，称王称霸，最终难逃历史的审判。无论多么强大的势力，最终都无法避免历史的潮流，唯有顺应时代的发展，才能获得长久的安定与繁荣。
During the Warring States period in ancient China, numerous states contended for dominance, each aspiring to become the ultimate ruler of the land. The state of Qin, after implementing the reforms of Shang Yang, grew increasingly powerful and eventually unified the six other states, ending the era of continuous warfare. However, the tyrannical rule of Emperor Qin Shi Huang ignited popular rebellion, and the Qin dynasty fell after just two generations. This historical episode serves as a cautionary tale, underscoring the transient nature of power and dominance. No matter how mighty a force may be, it will ultimately be judged by history. Only by adapting to the changing tides of time can lasting stability and prosperity be achieved.
Usage
用作谓语、宾语；比喻凭借权势，在一方称王称霸，或狂妄地以首脑自居。
Used as predicate or object; describes someone who dominates in a certain area by wielding power and influence, or who arrogantly considers himself the leader.
Examples
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他总是妄自尊大，称王称霸，最终落得个身败名裂的下场。
ta zongshi wangzi zundai, cheng wang cheng ba, zhongjiu luode ge shenbai minglie de xiachang.
He always acts arrogantly and wants to dominate, and finally ends up disgraced.
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一些小国企图称王称霸，最终被大国联军镇压。
yixie xiao guoqi tu cheng wang cheng ba, zhongjiu bei daguo lianjun zhenya
Some small countries attempted to dominate, but were finally suppressed by the coalition of great powers.