si1 tou4師徒师徒
Jyutpingsi1 tou4
Yalesī tòuh
Definition
Master and apprentice.
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How it's used
Focuses on the bond between a mentor and a student, often implying a professional or skill-based lineage rather than just a classroom setting. It is frequently used to describe a pair working together, emphasizing their shared history or collaborative dynamic. The term carries a sense of traditional respect and long-term commitment.
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deoi3對deuiExamples
The master and apprentice have a very deep bond.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse the spelling of 師傅, which refers to the master as an individual, with the compound 師徒, which describes the relationship between the two parties. Using 師傅 to refer to the pair is incorrect.
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