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    Expressing 'master' with 大师 (dàshī)

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    Explanation

    大师 (dàshī) is a noun meaning "master" or "great master," used as a title of respect for someone who has achieved exceptional skill or expertise in a particular field. It is commonly used in arts, religion, and academia. For example, 动画大师 means "animation master."

    Examples

    • 他是国际象棋大师，赢过很多比赛。

      tā shì guójì xiàngqí dàshī, yíngguò hěn duō bǐsài.

      He is a chess master and has won many competitions.

    • 这幅画是一位艺术大师的作品。

      zhè fú huà shì yī wèi yìshù dàshī de zuòpǐn.

      This painting is the work of an art master.

    • 我很敬佩这位武术大师的功夫。

      wǒ hěn jìngpèi zhè wèi wǔshù dàshī de gōngfu.

      I greatly admire this martial arts master's kung fu.

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