cyun4 jan4傳人传人
Jyutpingcyun4 jan4
Yalechyùhn yàhn
Definition
Successor; a person who inherits a specific craft, skill, style, or lineage.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the inheritance of skills, artistic styles, or cultural traditions rather than material wealth or property. It implies a direct lineage of knowledge or mastery passed down from a mentor to a student. While it can be used for family members, it is most commonly applied to apprentices or disciples who carry on a specific craft.
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He is the master's only successor.
Have you found the successor to this martial art yet?
Related words
Common phrases
the sole successor
successor of a martial art
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who inherits money or real estate, as that is usually referred to as 繼承人. It is strictly for intangible heritage or professional expertise.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
