For a skilled person:
* 大师 (dàshī): This is the most common and general term for "master" in the sense of a highly skilled person in a particular field, such as a master chef, a master painter, or a master craftsman.
* 高手 (gāoshǒu): This means "expert" or "master hand," and is often used to describe someone who is very good at something, especially in martial arts.
* 宗师 (zōngshī): This is a more formal term for "master" and is often used to refer to a prominent figure who has made significant contributions to a particular field.
For a teacher or mentor:
* 师傅 (shīfu): This is a more informal term for "master" and is often used to refer to a teacher, mentor, or coach.
* 老师 (lǎoshī): This is the most common term for "teacher," and can also be used to refer to a master or mentor in a more general sense.
For a boss or employer:
* 老板 (lǎobǎn): This means "boss" or "owner," and can be used to refer to a master or employer.
For a husband:
* 丈夫 (zhàngfu): This is the standard term for "husband," and can sometimes be used as a synonym for "master" in a traditional sense.
It's important to choose the appropriate term based on the context and your intended meaning.