zuk6 pou2族譜族谱
Jyutpingzuk6 pou2
Yalejuhk póu
Definition
Genealogy book; a book recording family lineage and related history.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the ancestral record of a family line, often kept in traditional households or ancestral halls. It serves as a historical document to trace lineage and connections between generations, carrying significant cultural weight regarding family identity and heritage.
Measure word
bun2本búnExamples
Their family still keeps a copy of their genealogy book.
Do you know where one can find a genealogy book?
Related words
Common phrases
to revise the genealogy book
to consult the genealogy book
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Grammar guides
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