noun
old master; venerable teacher
Respectful term for an elderly teacher or master, often in traditional arts, scholarship, or martial arts. Conveys deep respect and seniority.
彼は書道の老師に師事している。
He studies under an old master of calligraphy.
老師の教えは今も心に残っている。
The teachings of my old teacher still remain in my heart.
noun
old monk; aged priest
Specifically refers to an elderly Buddhist monk or priest, often a senior figure in a temple. Used with reverence.
老師は毎朝、本堂で読経する。
The old monk chants sutras in the main hall every morning.