Chinese
dàshī
Meaning: master; great master (in a field of study or art); Zen master
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

大師
大
師
大师
大
师

Example sentences

This traditional Chinese painting master's works enjoy a high reputation internationally.
他贏得了「大師」的美譽稱號。
他赢得了「大师」的美誉称号。
He won the prestigious title of 'Master'.
這位大師將畢生所學傳授給了他的弟子。
这位大师将毕生所学传授给了他的弟子。
The master passed on his life's learning to his disciples.
許多人慕名而來,只為一睹這位大師的風采。
许多人慕名而来,只为一睹这位大师的风采。
Many people came attracted by his fame, just to see the master's style.
他數十年如一日,勤學不輟,終於成為一代大師。
他数十年如一日,勤学不辍,终于成为一代大师。
He has been studying hard for decades without stopping, and finally became a great master.

Usage Notes

A term of high respect for someone with great expertise in a field or for a highly accomplished monk.

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