正史

zhèng shǐ

Dictionary entry

the 24 or 25 official dynastic histories

What does 正史 mean?

正史 (zhèng shǐ) has the following dictionary meaning.

1the 24 or 25 official dynastic histories

2true history, as opposed to fictional adaptation or popular legends

Character breakdown

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正zhēngfirst month of the lunar year 史Shǐsurname Shi

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正史

zhèng shǐ

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