The individual who is the progenitor or founder of a family line, as well as all the earlier generations connected by blood.
Individuals belonging to a family who lived and contributed to its lineage before the current living members.
Example:
ある出来事を記念したり先祖の伝説を伝えるために建てられたものであった。
Referring to something that has been passed down through generations within a family, often carrying historical or cultural significance.
Describing items or traditions that have been maintained and cherished over time, reflecting the legacy of one’s ancestors.
Denoting the transmission of customs, artifacts, or values that originate from forebears, emphasizing their lasting impact on descendants.
Example:
この先祖伝来の家宝は君の物だ。
Referring to a lineage or heritage that has been passed down through multiple generations within a family.
Describing cultural or familial traditions and characteristics that are inherited from ancestors over time.
Indicating the continuity of familial ties and identity that spans across various generations, connecting the present with previous ancestors.