dik1 paai3嫡派

Jyutpingdik1 paai3

Yaledīk paai

Definition

Direct descendants; orthodox or authentic school of thought or skills.

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How it's used

Refers specifically to a direct line of succession in martial arts, craftsmanship, or traditional schools of thought. It carries a strong sense of legitimacy and purity, implying that the skills have been passed down without dilution or deviation from the original founder. It is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing professional lineage or traditional arts.

Examples

keoi5佢hai6係si1師fu2傅dik1嫡paai3派cyun4傳jan4人，gung1功fu1夫hou2好ging6勁。

He is the authentic successor of the master, his kung fu is very strong.

le1呢tou3套kyun2拳faat3法hai6係mai6咪dik1嫡paai3派㗎？

Is this set of boxing techniques authentic?

Common phrases

dik1嫡paai3派cyun4傳jan4人

authentic successor

Common mistake

Do not use this to describe generic authentic products like food or goods. It is strictly reserved for human lineages, schools of thought, or specialized skill sets passed from a master to a disciple.