kinh lược

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Imperial Commissioner / Viceroy: A high-ranking administrative and military official appointed by the Huế court (Nguyễn dynasty) to govern and oversee civil and military affairs in a major region, specifically Tonkin (Northern Vietnam).
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • Nhà Nguyễn cử một vị kinh lược ra trấn giữ Bắc Kỳ. (The Nguyễn dynasty sent an Imperial Commissioner to govern and defend Tonkin.)
    • Phủ của vị kinh lược đặt tại Hà Nội. (The residence of the Viceroy was located in Hanoi.)
Advanced Usage
  • The title "Kinh lược sứ" is a more specific and complete term for the official holding this position.
    • Kinh lược sứ Tôn Thất Thuyết có ảnh hưởng rất lớn. (Imperial Commissioner Tôn Thất Thuyết had very great influence.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Kinh lược sứ (n): Imperial Commissioner Envoy; the full official title.
  • Tổng đốc (n): Governor; a related high-ranking regional administrative title.
  • Khâm sai (n): Imperial Envoy; a similar title for a high official on a special mission from the emperor.
Synonyms
  • Viceroy: A ruler exercising authority on behalf of a sovereign.
  • Governor-General: A chief administrative official of a large region.
  • Imperial Commissioner: An official appointed by an emperor to oversee a specific duty or region.
Historical Context
  • The Kinh lược was a key administrative position established in the late Nguyễn dynasty, particularly during the period of French colonial encroachment, to strengthen central control over the northern region (Tonkin). The role combined supreme military command and civil governance.