名师 (míng shī) — famous teacher, renowned master; (archaic) army known for its exploits

Definition

"Famous, master-level teacher" — emphasizes the teacher's reputation and skill. 比 老师 carries prestige; the second sense is an archaic reference to a celebrated army.

noun
famous teacherrenowned master(archaic) army known for its exploits
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Examples

  • 名师
    Tā cóng xiǎo jiù bài le yí wèi míng shī xué xí shū fǎ.
    He apprenticed himself to a famous teacher to learn calligraphy as a child.
  • 名师
    Zhè wèi míng shī bù jǐn jiào jì shù, gèng jiào zuò rén de dào lǐ.
    This famous teacher not only teaches skills, but also teaches principles of life.
  • 名师
    Néng zhǎo dào yí wèi míng shī zhǐ dǎo, zhēn shì nán néng kě guì.
    It is truly rare and precious to find a famous teacher for guidance.

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