quân sư

[kwən˧˧ sɨ˧˧]

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

(noun) a military advisor; war counselor

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes

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Sense 2

Meaning · English

(noun) a strategist; mastermind; creative thinker (generally)

Common questions

What does “quân sư” mean?

(noun) a military advisor; war counselor

Is “quân sư” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.