老子

Lǎozǐ

noun #7,948

Meanings

1 Laozi (founder of Taoism)

Characters

master; philosopher

Literally 'Old Master' or 'Old Philosopher' - a title of respect.

Examples

HSK 7-9

据说老子是道教的创始人。

Jùshuō Lǎozǐ shì Dàojiào de chuàngshǐrén.

It is said that Laozi is the founder of Taoism.

Tips

history

Laozi is traditionally regarded as the author of the Tao Te Ching (道德经), though his historicity is debated.

Stroke Order

老 lǎo

子 zǐ