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Confucius

nounmasculine/kõfuˈsiu/low

con·fu·ci·o

Definition

Chinese philosopher and thinker (c. 551–479 BC), founder of Confucianism.
The teachings of Confucius have shaped East Asian societies for centuries.
Many schools study the works attributed to Confucius.
Common collocations
teachings of Confuciusphilosophy of Confuciusworks of Confucius

Etymology

Do latim 'Confucius', do chinês 'Kong Fuzi'.

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