sifu
2 synonyms for sifu, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A skilled teacher or master in Chinese martial arts such as kung fu or tai chi.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use sifu
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
train under a sifu
kung fu sifu
Etymology
From Cantonese words meaning "master" or "my master", also used for "teacher".
Full origin of sifu →Frequently asked questions
What does “sifu” mean?
The word “sifu” means a skilled teacher or master in Chinese martial arts such as kung fu or tai chi. In plain terms, a martial arts teacher, used as a title of respect.
How do you use “sifu” in a sentence?
Here is “sifu” used in a sentence: “His sifu had trained under a famous kung fu master in Guangdong.”
What is another word for “sifu”?
Words with a similar meaning to “sifu” include sensei.
What part of speech is “sifu”?
“Sifu” is a noun.
Where does the word “sifu” come from?
The word “sifu” comes from Cantonese. From Cantonese words meaning "master" or "my master", also used for "teacher".
