sai3 sai3 doi6 doi6世世代代
Jyutpingsai3 sai3 doi6 doi6
Yalesai sai doih doih
Definition
From generation to generation; for generations.
neutralpeoplefamily
How it's used
Emphasizes a long, unbroken lineage or tradition that spans a significant period of time. It often carries a sense of pride or historical weight when describing family heritage or ancestral occupations. Unlike simpler phrases for time, this implies a deep, multi-generational connection to a place or practice.
Examples
Their family has lived here for generations.
This craft has been passed down through their generations.
Related words
Common phrases
passed down from generation to generation
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Grammar guides
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