Chinese
lǎozìhào
Meaning: old and famous shop; time-honored brand
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

這間店是百年老字號,它的糕餅非常有名。
这间店是百年老字号,它的糕饼非常有名。
This shop is a centenarian old brand, and its pastries are very famous.
那家老字號餐館已經搬遷,不再位於原址。
That old famous restaurant has moved and is no longer at its original location.

Usage Notes

Refers to shops or brands that have been in business for a long time and have a good reputation.

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