Meanings
A calque of Chinese 小皇帝 (xiǎohuángdì).
How to pronounce "little emperor":
AU
In contemporary China, a child with no siblings who is regarded as overly protected and spoiled. (Seen as belonging to a generation which is a product of China's "one-child" policy.)
Example Sentences
1
The youngest sibling in that family is always treated like a little emperor.
2
Since his father is the CEO of a big company, John behaves like a little emperor at school.
3
After winning the beauty pageant, she became a little emperor in her town.
4
Ever since he got promoted to manager, he acts like a little emperor and doesn't listen to anyone's opinions.
5
The new boss is a little emperor who expects everyone to cater to his every need.
