chieftaincy

[US]/ˈtʃiːftənsi/
[UK]/ˈtʃiːftənsi/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the position or status of a chieftain or leader
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

tribal chieftaincy

chieftaincy system

hereditary chieftaincy

chieftaincy council

chieftaincy authority

local chieftaincy

chieftaincy disputes

chieftaincy roles

chieftaincy lineage

chieftaincy leadership

Example Sentences

the chieftaincy of the tribe was passed down through generations.

he was elected to the chieftaincy after a long election process.

the chieftaincy plays a crucial role in the community's governance.

many traditions are associated with the chieftaincy in this region.

the chieftaincy is often accompanied by significant responsibilities.

she aspired to the chieftaincy, dreaming of leading her people.

the chieftaincy was challenged by rival factions within the tribe.

his knowledge of history helped him secure the chieftaincy.

the chieftaincy ceremony was a grand event attended by many.

in some cultures, the chieftaincy is hereditary.

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