孝廉

xiào lián

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Definitions

1. xiaolian, two examination subjects in Han, later a single subject in Ming and Qing
2. successful second degree candidate

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Child Words of 孝廉

• 孝 孝 xiào: filial piety or obedience
• 廉 廉 lián: incorruptible