noun
shifu
Shifu (noun) means a respected master or teacher, especially of a martial art or craft; a variant spelling of sifu. Example: “Students bowed to their shifu before training began.”
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A respected master or teacher, especially of a martial art or craft; a variant spelling of sifu.
"Students bowed to their shifu before training began."
How to use shifu
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA title of respect for a skilled teacher, especially in martial arts.
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Etymology
From Mandarin Chinese 師傅/師父 (shīfu), meaning "master" or "teacher."
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What does “shifu” mean?
The word “shifu” means a respected master or teacher, especially of a martial art or craft; a variant spelling of sifu. In plain terms, a title of respect for a skilled teacher, especially in martial arts.
How do you use “shifu” in a sentence?
Here is “shifu” used in a sentence: “Students bowed to their shifu before training began.”
What part of speech is “shifu”?
“Shifu” is a noun.
Where does the word “shifu” come from?
The word “shifu” comes from Chinese. From Mandarin Chinese 師傅/師父 (shīfu), meaning "master" or "teacher.".
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