老祖宗 (lǎo zǔ zōng) — ancestor(s); forefather(s) (with a reverential tone)

Definição

Literally 'old ancestor' — a reverent, honorific way to refer to one's forebears, more elevated than the plain 祖先. Often used in cultural or traditional contexts (e.g. customs, heritage, family history).

noun
ancestor(s)forefather(s) (with a reverential tone)
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Exemplos

  • 老祖宗
    Zhè shì lǎo zǔ zōng liú xià lái de chuán tǒng.
    This is a tradition passed down by our ancestors.
  • 老祖宗
    Wǒ men jiā de lǎo zǔ zōng shì cóng nán fāng bān lái de.
    Our family's ancestors moved here from the south.
  • 老祖宗
    Guò nián shí, dà jiā dōu huì jì bài lǎo zǔ zōng.
    During the New Year, everyone pays respects to their ancestors.

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