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guru in Chinese

guru in Chinese is 上师 — guru means a spiritual teacher, especially in Hindu or Sikh tradition, who guides a student.

guru in Chinese

上师
noun
Pronounced: shàng shī
In Indian traditions: a spiritual teacher who transmits knowledge to a shishya. [from 17th c.]

What does "guru" mean?

  1. noun A spiritual teacher, especially in Hindu or Sikh tradition, who guides a student.
    "He travelled to India to study under a respected guru."
  2. noun An acknowledged expert or trusted advisor in a particular field.
    "She's considered a marketing guru in the tech industry."
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guru in a sentence

  • He travelled to India to study under a respected guru.
  • The young monk listened carefully to every word of his guru.
  • She's considered a marketing guru in the tech industry.
  • Ask Dan about cars; he's the local guru when it comes to engines.

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What is "guru" in Chinese?
"guru" in Chinese is 上师. guru means: A spiritual teacher, especially in Hindu or Sikh tradition, who guides a student.
How do you pronounce 上师?
"guru" in Chinese is 上师, pronounced "shàng shī".
How do you use "guru" in a sentence?
Example: "He travelled to India to study under a respected guru." In Chinese, "guru" is 上师.
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