English–Chinese
“time-honored shop” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinlǎo zì hào
Example
这个老字号有一百年历史。zhè ge lǎo zì hào yǒu yì bǎi nián lì shǐ
This time-honored shop has a 100-year history.
How to say “time-honored shop” in Chinese
“Time-honored shop” in Chinese is 老字号 (lǎo zì hào).
A long-established shop whose name stands for continuity and local standing, not just an old storefront.
Example sentences with 老字号
人们排队买老字号糕点。rén men pái duì mǎi lǎo zì hào gāo diǎn
People line up to buy pastries from a time-honored shop.
Tips for using 老字号
- English speakers may hear "old shop" as a comment on a building or its owner, whereas 老字号 (lǎozìhào, "time-honored shop") usually highlights recognized history and continuity.