Definition
家臣 refers to a retainer or vassal who served a noble or high official in pre-modern China, often managing the household or performing administrative duties. It's a historical term you'll encounter in classical literature, historical dramas, and discussions of ancient Chinese society — not used in everyday modern conversation.
n.
retainervassal (of a noble or high official in ancient China)
Examples
- 家臣。Zhè wèi jiā chén duì zhǔren fēicháng zhōngchéng.This retainer was extremely loyal to his master.
- 家臣。Gǔdài guìzú yǒu hěnduō jiā chén bāngmáng guǎnlǐ cáichǎn.Ancient nobles had many retainers to help manage their property.
- 家臣。Xiǎoshuō lǐ miáoxiě le yí ge zhōngxīn gěnggěng de jiā chén.The novel depicts a devoted and loyal retainer.
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