young master; son of a high-ranking person
Honorific term used to refer to the son of a noble, samurai, or wealthy family. Often used by servants or in historical contexts.
The young master of the mansion is a very bright person.
The young master is playing in the garden.
Standard kanji spelling for this honorific term.
Mixed kanji-kana spelling, also used.
Compound of 若 (waka, 'young') and 様 (sama, honorific suffix).