掌握

zhǎng wò

Dictionary entry

to grasp (often fig.)

What does 掌握 mean?

掌握 (zhǎng wò) has the following dictionary meaning.

1to grasp (often fig.)

2to control

3to seize (initiative, opportunity, destiny)

4to master

5to know well

6to understand sth well and know how to use it

7fluency

Character breakdown

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掌zhǎngpalm of the hand · sole of the foot 握wòto hold; to grasp · to clench (one's fist)

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掌握

zhǎng wò

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