自古 (zì gǔ) — since ancient times; from time immemorial

Definição

Literary phrase meaning 'since ancient times,' typically followed by 就 to emphasize a long-standing fact or custom. Used in formal writing or proverbs, not in casual speech.

verb
since ancient timesfrom time immemorial

Exemplos

  • 自古
    zì gǔ Zhōng guó rén mín jiù xǐ huan hē chá.
    Since ancient times, the Chinese people have loved drinking tea.
  • 自古
    Zhè ge dì fāng zì gǔ jiù yǒu hěn duō chuán shuō.
    This place has had many legends since ancient times.
  • 自古
    zì gǔ Rén men jiù dǒng de zūn lǎo ài yòu de dào lǐ.
    Since ancient times, people have understood the principle of respecting the elderly and cherishing the young.

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