zou2 si1祖師祖师
Jyutpingzou2 si1
Yalejóu sī
Definition
The founder or originator of a religion, sect, or institution.
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How it's used
Beyond religious contexts, this term is frequently used in martial arts or traditional crafts to refer to the original master who established a specific style or technique. It carries a strong sense of reverence and authority. When referring to the founder of a secular profession or trade, it often implies that the person is the ultimate authority or the one who set the standard for everyone else.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
