Definition
世世 is the reduplicated form of 世 (generation). It functions as an adverb meaning 'from generation to generation' or 'for generations', emphasizing continuity across time. It is often used in literary or formal contexts and can be expanded to 世世代代 (shì shì dài dài) for added emphasis.
r.f.
from generation to generationfor generations
Examples
- 世世。Zhè zhǒng chuántǒng shì shì xiāngchuán.This tradition has been passed down from generation to generation.
- 世世。shì shì wéi nóng de jiāzú bù duō jiàn le.Families that have been farmers for generations are rare.
- 世世。Tāmen shì shì xiāngshǒu zài zhè piàn tǔdì shàng.They have guarded this land for generations.
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