长子 (zhǎng zǐ) — eldest son
Definition
长子 (zhǎngzǐ) is a formal term for the 'eldest son' of a family, emphasizing lineage and inheritance rather than daily family roles. In traditional contexts, the 长子 inherited the family estate.
noun
eldest son
Measure word · 个
Examples
- 长子。Tā shì jiā lǐ de zhǎng zǐ.He is the eldest son in the family.
- 长子，。Zuò wéi zhǎng zǐ, tā xū yào zhào gù dì di mèi mei.As the eldest son, he needs to take care of his younger siblings.
- ，长子。Zài gǔ dài, zhǎng zǐ tōng cháng jì chéng jiā yè.In ancient times, the eldest son usually inherited the family business.
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