先生

This is the 809th most frequent Chinese word.


先生

"先生" means "Mr.", "sir", "gentleman", or "teacher".


In this sentence, '先生' is used as a respectful title referring to an adult male, similar to 'Mr.' in English.

这位王先生是我们的老师。

Mr. Wang is our teacher.


Here, '先生' is used to mean 'husband' in a familial context, referring affectionately to one's spouse.

我的先生喜欢喝咖啡。

My husband likes to drink coffee.


In this case, '先生' is used as a polite address for an unknown adult male, similar to 'sir' in English.

这位先生,请问您需要帮助吗?

Sir, may I ask if you need help?