侍从 (shì cōng) — attendant, retainer
Definition
A formal noun for a personal attendant or retainer — typically an official who accompanies and serves a ruler, general, or noble, especially in ancient or historical contexts.
noun
attendantretainer
Measure word · 位
Examples
- ，侍从。Zài gǔ dài, huáng dì shēn biān yǒu hěn duō shì cōng.In ancient times, there were many attendants around the emperor.
- 侍从。Zhè wèi shì cōng yì zhí gēn suí zài jiāng jūn zuǒ yòu.This attendant followed the general at all times.
- 侍从。Tā de shì cōng men zhōng chéng dì wèi tā fú wù.His attendants served him loyally.
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