man4 zung1文宗
Jyutpingman4 zung1
Yalemàhn jūng
Definition
An eminent writer whose works are venerated as exemplary.
writtenpeople
How it's used
Refers specifically to a writer whose style and influence are so profound that they set a standard for others to follow. It carries a sense of historical weight and reverence, often used when discussing classical literature or highly respected figures in the humanities. You will rarely hear this in casual daily chatter, as it is reserved for formal discussions about cultural or literary history.
Examples
He holds a very high status in the literary world, he is truly a master of his generation.
Who can be considered a master writer of the contemporary era?
Related words
Common phrases
a master writer of a generation
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general terms for writers like 作家, as 文宗 implies a level of veneration and historical significance that transcends being merely a professional author.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
