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尹
yǐn
Description
“尹”是一个中国很常见的姓，比如你可能认识一个叫尹先生的人。
"尹" is a very common Chinese surname; for example, you might know someone called Mr. 尹.
在古代，“尹”也用来指一种当官的人。
In ancient times, "尹" was also used to refer to a type of official.
Meanings
尹yǐn
a Chinese family name
我的老师姓尹。
My teacher's surname is Yin.
尹yǐn
ancient official title; governor
他在古代当过京兆尹。
He once served as the magistrate of Jingzhao in ancient times.
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Notes
- Nuance
Today 尹 is almost always encountered as a surname; the official-title sense is historical.
- Etymology
Originally depicted a hand holding a staff, symbolizing authority and governing.
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