sifu
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Noun — A skilled teacher or master in Chinese martial arts such as kung fu or tai chi.
Synonyms
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How to use sifu
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
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".