Definition
将门 refers to a family with a tradition of military leadership — literally 'general's gate.' It describes a household where one or more ancestors were high-ranking military officers, implying inherited martial skill or prestige. You'll encounter it in historical texts and formal contexts, not everyday conversation.
n.
family of a generalmilitary family with a tradition of command
Examples
- 将门，。Tā chūshēn jiāng, cóngxiǎo jiù xuéxí bīngfǎ.He comes from a general's family and studied military strategy from a young age.
- 将门，。jiāng zhīhòu, guǒrán bùtóng fánxiǎng.As a descendant of a general's family, he truly stands out.
- 将门。Lìshǐ shàng hěnduō míngjiàng dōu chūzì jiāng.Many famous generals in history came from military families.
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