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Chinese

shìfèng
Meaning: to serve and care for someone, especially an elder or superior
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example

她辭去工作,專心侍奉年邁的父親,陪他度過晚年。
她辞去工作,专心侍奉年迈的父亲,陪他度过晚年。
She left her job to care for her aging father and accompany him through his later years.

Usage Notes

A formal or respectful verb often used for serving parents, elders, rulers, or other people deserving respect.

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