ci2 zou2始祖
Jyutpingci2 zou2
Yalechí jóu
Definition
An ancestor from the distant past, or the founder of a school, lineage, or practice.
- progenitor; ancestor from the distant past
- originator; founder of a school of thought, practice, or organization
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How it's used
Refers primarily to the very first person or entity that started a lineage, school of thought, or invention. While it carries a sense of historical weight, it is also frequently used in modern contexts to describe the original creator of a specific style or trend.
Measure word
wai6位waihExamples
He is the founder of this school, his kung fu is very strong.
Related words
Common phrases
progenitor of humanity
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Grammar guides
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