ancestor
せんぞ
Noun
1.
ancestor, forefather, foremother
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この古い家は、彼の先祖が建てたものです。
This old house was built by his ancestors.
多くの人々が先祖代々受け継がれてきた伝統を大切にしています。
Many people cherish traditions that have been passed down through generations from their ancestors.
日本では、お盆の時期に先祖の霊が家に戻ってくると信じられています。
In Japan, it is believed that the spirits of ancestors return home during the Obon season.
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