complete control
سيطرة كاملة
Use it to show you are the primary decision-maker or have mastered a specific skill entirely.
15秒了解
- Having 100% authority and decision-making power in a specific situation.
- Commonly used with verbs like 'have', 'take', 'gain', or 'lose'.
- Indicates total mastery over a skill, project, or emotional state.
意思
When you have the power to decide everything in a situation. It means nothing happens without your permission and you are the boss of the outcome.
关键例句
3 / 6Describing a work project
Don't worry, I have complete control over the budget this year.
لا تقلق، لدي سيطرة كاملة على الميزانية هذا العام.
Talking about a sports game
The home team had complete control of the ball for the entire game.
كان الفريق المضيف يمتلك سيطرة كاملة على الكرة طوال المباراة.
Texting a friend about a chaotic party
The DJ lost complete control of the crowd when the lights went out!
فقد منسق الأغاني السيطرة الكاملة على الجمهور عندما انطفأت الأنوار!
文化背景
The phrase reflects the Western cultural emphasis on individualism and personal agency. It became particularly popular in management theory during the 20th century to describe effective leadership and system stability. In modern pop culture, it is often used in song lyrics to express empowerment or, conversely, the fear of losing one's grip on a situation.
The Power of Verbs
Pair this phrase with 'assert' if you want to sound very strong and authoritative in a business meeting.
Don't sound like a villain
In relationships, saying you want 'complete control' can sound scary or abusive. Use 'I'd like to lead' instead.
15秒了解
- Having 100% authority and decision-making power in a specific situation.
- Commonly used with verbs like 'have', 'take', 'gain', or 'lose'.
- Indicates total mastery over a skill, project, or emotional state.
What It Means
Complete control is about being the ultimate pilot of a situation. It means you have 100% authority. No one else is making decisions for you. It feels like holding the steering wheel with both hands. You aren't just participating; you are the one in charge. It is the opposite of feeling lost or overwhelmed.
How To Use It
You use this phrase to describe power or mastery. You can use it as a noun phrase. Usually, it follows verbs like have, gain, take, or lose. For example, "I have complete control over my schedule." It sounds confident and very clear. It tells people exactly where the power lies. Don't be afraid to use it when you feel proud of your skills.
When To Use It
Use it when discussing your work projects or hobbies. It is great for describing a pilot or a driver. Use it in a meeting to reassure your boss. You can also use it when talking about your emotions. If you stay calm during an argument, you have complete control. It works well when you want to sound professional and capable.
When NOT To Use It
Avoid using it in very relaxed, equal friendships. Saying "I have complete control over our dinner plans" sounds a bit bossy. It might make you sound like a movie villain. Don't use it if you only have a little bit of influence. It is an "all or nothing" kind of phrase. If you are sharing power, use some input instead.
Cultural Background
In English-speaking cultures, individual autonomy is highly valued. Having complete control over your life is seen as a major success. It is a common theme in business books and self-help guides. People love the idea of being the "master of their own destiny." It also appears often in sports commentary. A team with complete control is usually winning by a lot.
Common Variations
You might hear people say total control or full control. These mean the exact same thing. If someone says they are in the driver's seat, they mean they have complete control. In a more negative sense, someone might be a control freak. That is a person who wants complete control over every tiny detail. Try to avoid being that person at the office party!
使用说明
This phrase is safe for all levels of formality. Just be careful with the tone; saying it too loudly can make you sound arrogant.
The Power of Verbs
Pair this phrase with 'assert' if you want to sound very strong and authoritative in a business meeting.
Don't sound like a villain
In relationships, saying you want 'complete control' can sound scary or abusive. Use 'I'd like to lead' instead.
The 'Control Freak' Secret
Native speakers often use this phrase sarcastically to call themselves a 'control freak' when they know they are being too bossy.
例句
6Don't worry, I have complete control over the budget this year.
لا تقلق، لدي سيطرة كاملة على الميزانية هذا العام.
Shows professional confidence and responsibility.
The home team had complete control of the ball for the entire game.
كان الفريق المضيف يمتلك سيطرة كاملة على الكرة طوال المباراة.
Describes dominance in a competitive setting.
The DJ lost complete control of the crowd when the lights went out!
فقد منسق الأغاني السيطرة الكاملة على الجمهور عندما انطفأت الأنوار!
Used here to show a sudden lack of order.
The captain maintains complete control of the aircraft at all times.
يحافظ القبطان على سيطرة كاملة على الطائرة في جميع الأوقات.
Provides a sense of safety and authority.
I have complete control over this flour explosion, I promise!
أنا أسيطر تماماً على انفجار الدقيق هذا، أعدك!
Sarcastic use where the speaker clearly has no control.
It took years, but I finally feel in complete control of my anxiety.
استغرق الأمر سنوات، لكنني أشعر أخيراً أنني أسيطر تماماً على قلقي.
Refers to emotional mastery and self-regulation.
自我测试
Choose the best verb to complete the professional sentence.
The manager wants to ___ complete control over the new marketing campaign.
We 'gain' or 'take' control; we don't 'do' or 'make' it.
Complete the sentence to show a loss of power.
The driver ___ complete control of the car on the icy road.
'Lost control' is the standard way to describe an accident or failure of power.
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视觉学习工具
Formality of 'Complete Control'
Used with friends to joke about chaos.
I've got complete control of this pizza!
Standard daily usage for tasks.
She has complete control of the schedule.
Used in legal or high-stakes business.
The CEO assumed complete control of operations.
Where to use 'Complete Control'
At the Office
Managing a big project budget.
In a Car
Driving safely through a storm.
Emotional Health
Staying calm during a stressful talk.
Video Games
Mastering the game's mechanics.
常见问题
10 个问题Yes, they are interchangeable. Both mean 100% authority, though total control sounds slightly more intense.
It is better to use it for situations or objects. Saying you have complete control over a person sounds very negative and controlling.
Absolutely. You can write that you 'maintained complete control over inventory' to show you are responsible.
The opposite is being out of control or having no say in a matter.
Yes, it is very common to say you are in complete control of your feelings during a crisis.
Usually yes, as it implies competence. However, if someone is 'controlling,' it becomes a negative trait.
You can say, 'Even on the wet road, the driver kept complete control of the vehicle.'
The most common verbs are have, take, gain, lose, and maintain.
It is more of a standard collocation (words that naturally go together) than a figurative idiom.
Yes, full control is very common, especially in technical or legal contexts like 'full control of the software'.
相关表达
In the driver's seat
To be in charge of a situation.
Call the shots
To be the person who makes all the important decisions.
Master of one's own domain
To have total authority over one's personal space or life.
Hold the reins
To be in control, like someone guiding a horse.
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