Definition
子孙后代 is a formal four-character noun phrase meaning 'descendants' or 'posterity' — it encompasses all future generations of a family or lineage. It is commonly used in solemn or respectful contexts, such as discussions about legacy, environmental responsibility, or ancestral heritage. Unlike a single word like 后代, 子孙后代 carries a stronger sense of continuity across many generations.
n.
descendantsposterity
Examples
- 子孙后代。Bǎohù huánjìng shì wèile zǐ sūn hòu dài de fúzhǐ.Protecting the environment is for the well-being of future generations.
- 子孙后代。Zǔxiān liú xià de wénhuà yíchǎn yào chuán gěi zǐ sūn hòu dài.The cultural heritage left by our ancestors must be passed on to posterity.
- 子孙后代。Zhè xiàng gōngchéng jiāng zàofú zǐ sūn hòu dài.This project will benefit generations to come.
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