"Sifu" (師傅) in Chinese is a term that literally translates to
"master teacher". It's a title of respect used to address a teacher or mentor, particularly in the context of martial arts, but also in other fields like traditional Chinese medicine, cooking, and music.
Here's a breakdown of the characters:
* 師 (shī): Teacher, master, instructor
* 傅 (fù): Father, patriarch, elder
The term "sifu" carries significant weight, implying a deep level of respect, knowledge, and experience on the part of the person being addressed.
