1837, Latinization of Chinese K'ung Fu-tzu "K'ung the philosopher (or Master)" (c. 551 B.C.E.-c. 479 B.C.E.). The name first appears in a Latin publication of Chinese works (Paris, 1687). Connection with the martial arts kung-fu is obscure, uncertain. His philosophy based on the Golden Rule: "What you do not like when done to yourself do not do to others." Related: Confucian (adj., 1837); Confucianism (1846).
双语例句
1. The sayings of Confucius offer guidance on this matter.
孔子的教诲为此事提供了指引。
来自柯林斯例句
2. A hundred years after Confucius died, Mencius taught and expanded Confucian doctrine.
孔子去世100年后, 孟子传授并阐发了孔子的学说.
来自《简明英汉词典》
3. Confucius was one of the wisest teachers of all times.
孔子是有史以来最为博学的教师之一.
来自《简明英汉词典》
4. Confucius is considered the greatest of the ancient Chinese sages.
