also: ていし
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Refers to a person who studies under a master or teacher, often in traditional arts, crafts, religion, or martial arts. Can also mean a young helper or follower.
彼は有名な陶芸家の弟子になった。
He became a pupil of a famous potter.
弟子たちは師匠の教えを熱心に聞いていた。
The disciples were eagerly listening to their master's teachings.