先せん考こう

noun

one's late father

Formal, literary term used to refer to one's deceased father, often in written contexts or respectful speech. Compare with 先妣 (せんぴ) for 'late mother'.

See also: 先妣

• 先せん考こうの遺い志しを継ついで事じ業ぎょうを続つづける。

  I will carry on the business in accordance with my late father's wishes.