Definition
世世代代 is a four-character set phrase meaning 'for generations' or 'generation after generation'. It's used as an adverb to describe something that continues through many generations, often in historical, familial, or cultural contexts (e.g., traditions, stories, knowledge passed down).
r.f.
for generationsgeneration after generation
Examples
- 世世代代。Zhè běn shū de gùshi yǐjīng shì shì dài dài liúchuán xiàlai le.The stories in this book have been passed down for generations.
- 世世代代。Tāmen jiāzú de jìyì shì shì dài dài xiāngchuán.The skills of their family have been handed down from generation to generation.
- 世世代代。Wǒmen yīngdāng bǎ zhè zhǒng jīngshén shì shì dài dài chuánchéng xiàqu.We should carry this spirit forward for generations.
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