linsheng

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See also: lǐnshēng

English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Transliteration of Mandarin 廩生／廪生 (lǐnshēng).

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /lɪnˈʃʌŋ/, /lɪnˈʃɛŋ/

Noun[edit]

linsheng (uncountable)

  1. (historical) In the ancient Chinese imperial examination system, the first class of shengyuan, who were the best performers in the college exam, and got to receive government-issued rations and pay for their academic achievements.
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