主持 meaning and pronunciation

主持
Simplified/traditional word

主持 English definition

zhǔ chí
  • to take charge of
  • to manage or direct
  • to preside over
  • to uphold
  • to stand for (eg justice)
  • to host (a TV or radio program etc)

HSK level

Characters

  • 主 (zhǔ): owner; master; host; individual or party concerned; God; Lord; main; to indicate or signify; trump card (in card games);
  • 持 (chí): to hold; to grasp; to support; to maintain; to persevere; to manage; to run (i.e. administer); to control;