feudalism
/ˈfjuːdəlɪzəm/
CEFR level C1Topic HistoryWord #6309 in the learning path
封建制度
Definitions
n. A system exchanging land rights for service and loyalty to lords.
封建制度
Example
Our guide explained feudalism as we explored the castle.
我们参观城堡时，导游讲解了封建制度。
Under feudalism, access to land shaped social relationships and reinforced the power of hereditary ruling groups.
在封建制度下，土地的获取决定了社会关系，并巩固了世袭统治集团的权力。
Collocations
- under feudalism
- the decline of feudalism
- European feudalism
Word family
- feudal (adj.)
- feudalist (n.)
Usage tip
不可数名词；常用于讨论中世纪欧洲的土地与效忠关系。
FAQ
- What does feudalism mean?
- A system exchanging land rights for service and loyalty to lords.
- How is feudalism pronounced?
- UK /ˈfjuːdəlɪzəm/, US /ˈfjuːdəlɪzəm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
