The Chinese word 师傅 is a term of respect used to address someone who is skilled or experienced in a particular craft or trade. It can be translated as “master” or “teacher” in English. It is commonly used to address skilled workers such as mechanics, carpenters, chefs, and other tradespeople. The term is also used to refer to someone who is a mentor or a guide in a particular field. For example, a martial arts instructor may be called 师傅 by their students.
Translation
Noun: master, teacher, used to respectfully address older men
Pronunciation
Example Sentences
| Chinese | Pinyin | Engish |
|---|---|---|
| 师傅，我要去火车站 | shīfu, wǒ yào qù huǒchēzhàn | Master, I want to go to the train station |
| 这位师傅的手艺真好 | zhè wèi shīfu de shǒuyì zhēn hǎo | This master’s craftsmanship is really good |
| 我的师傅是个木匠 | wǒ de shīfu shì gè mùjiàng | My master is a carpenter |
| 这个工作需要一个有经验的师傅 | zhège gōngzuò xūyào yīgè yǒu jīngyàn de shīfu | This job requires an experienced master |
| 师傅，您能告诉我去哪里可以买到好吃的小吃吗？ | shīfu, nín néng gàosù wǒ qù nǎlǐ kěyǐ mǎidào hǎochī de xiǎochī ma? | Master, can you tell me where I can buy delicious snacks? |
| 他已经成为了一名出色的厨师，多亏了他的师傅 | tā yǐjīng chéngwéile yīmíng chūsè de chúshī, duōkuīle tā de shīfu | He has become an excellent chef, thanks to his master |
| 我的师傅教我如何做糖画 | wǒ de shīfu jiāo wǒ rúhé zuò táng huà | My master taught me how to make sugar paintings |
HSK
师傅 is part of HSK Level 4 in HSK 2.0. In the newer HSK 3.0 it is part of HSK Level 5.
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