Definition
先人 refers to one's ancestors or forefathers, often used in formal or respectful contexts related to family lineage and remembrance. It can also specifically mean 'my late father' in a polite or reverent tone. The word carries a sense of reverence and is common in discussions of heritage, traditions, and ancestral worship.
n.
ancestorsforefathersmy late father (formal, respectful)
Examples
- 先人。Wǒmen měi nián Qīngmíng Jié dōu huì jìbài xiān rén.We worship our ancestors every Qingming Festival.
- 先人，。Zhè shì xiān rén liú gěi wǒ de yíwù, wǒ yìzhí zhēncáng zhe.This is an heirloom left to me by my late father; I have always treasured it.
- 先人。xiān rén de jiàodǎo wǒmen jué bù néng wàngjì.We must never forget the teachings of our forefathers.
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