daai6 jyu4大儒
Jyutpingdaai6 jyu4
Yaledaaih yùh
Definition
A great, highly respected scholar, particularly a master of Confucianism.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a highly learned and respected master of Confucian classics. It carries a heavy, formal, and slightly archaic tone, making it sound out of place in casual daily conversation unless used ironically to describe someone who acts overly pedantic.
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wai6位waihExamples
He studied a lot when he was young and became a great scholar when he grew up.
Who would dare to talk nonsense in front of this great scholar?
Related words
Common phrases
a great scholar of the contemporary era
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a general term for any smart person or university professor, but it is strictly reserved for those deeply versed in traditional Chinese scholarship.
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