guìzú: 贵族 - Noble, Aristocrat

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Summary: The Chinese word 贵族 (guìzú) translates to “noble” or “aristocrat.” It refers historically to the hereditary ruling class with titles and land in ancient China. In modern Mandarin, while China no longer has a formal aristocracy, 贵族 (guìzú) is used metaphorically to describe a person, lifestyle, or brand that is exceptionally elegant, high-class, and refined. It can be used admiringly for someone with sophisticated taste or sarcastically to criticize someone for being snobbish or spoiled.

Pinyin (with tone marks): guìzú

Part of Speech: Noun