sư phụ
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Definition
Noun: 1. Master, teacher (archaic): A respectful term used by a student or disciple to address or refer to their own teacher, master, or instructor, especially in traditional contexts such as martial arts, crafts, or classical studies. It implies a deep level of respect and a formal teacher-student relationship.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Anh ấy kính trọng sư phụ của mình. (He respects his master.)
- Sư phụ dạy tôi võ thuật. (The master taught me martial arts.)
- Theo truyền thống, học trò phải vâng lời sư phụ. (Traditionally, disciples must obey their master.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "sư phụ" is considered somewhat archaic or classical in modern Vietnamese. It evokes a traditional, hierarchical, and deeply respectful master-disciple bond, often found in historical contexts, folklore, or traditional arts.
- It is less commonly used for general "teachers" in contemporary secular education; terms like "thầy giáo" (male teacher) or "cô giáo" (female teacher) are standard.
- Its use in modern times often appears in period dramas, stories about martial arts, or when deliberately invoking a traditional or respectful tone.
Variants and Related Words
- Sư (n): A shorter, more general term for a master, monk, or teacher, often used in compounds (e.g., - martial arts master).
- Phụ (n): Meaning "father," here used metaphorically to indicate a paternal, guiding role.
- Thầy (n): A common and contemporary term for a (male) teacher or master. "Thầy" is the modern, widely used equivalent.
- Giáo sư (n): Professor (used in academic settings).
Synonyms
- Thầy: Teacher, master (common, modern).
- Người thầy: The teacher (emphatic).
- Bậc thầy: Master, expert (emphasizing high skill level).
Notes on Meaning
- The core meaning is a respected master or teacher. The reference to "(cũ)" or "(arch.)" in dictionaries highlights its status as an older, classical term.
- It does not mean "boss," "supervisor," or "coach." Those are different words (e.g., , ).
- The term inherently carries connotations of respect, tradition, and authority.