tung4 zung1同宗
Jyutpingtung4 zung1
Yaletùhng jūng
Definition
Descended from the same ancestor; belonging to the same clan.
neutralfamilypeople
How it's used
Refers specifically to sharing a common patrilineal ancestor, often implying a shared surname or clan lineage. It carries a formal or traditional weight, frequently appearing in discussions about family history, ancestral halls, or clan associations. While it describes a biological or genealogical connection, it is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing family roots or genealogy.
Examples
It turns out the two of them are from the same ancestor.
Related words
Common phrases
relatives from the same clan
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 同鄉, which refers to people from the same hometown or village rather than sharing a bloodline or ancestor.
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