am1 tong4庵堂
Jyutpingam1 tong4
Yaleām tòhng
Definition
A Buddhist nunnery; a place where Buddhist nuns live and practice.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a place where Buddhist nuns reside and practice. While it carries a sense of seclusion and tranquility, it is rarely used in casual daily conversation unless discussing religious architecture or personal history. It is distinct from a temple, which is generally referred to as 寺廟.
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gaan1間gānExamples
The environment of this nunnery is very serene.
Related words
Common phrases
a nunnery for becoming a nun
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
