baai3 zin2拜墊拜垫
Jyutpingbaai3 zin2
Yalebaai jín
Definition
A kneeling mat or cushion used for bowing and praying, typically in a religious context.
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How it's used
Primarily associated with religious settings such as temples or ancestral halls where kneeling is required for prayer or paying respects. It is distinct from a general cushion or rug because of its specific function in ritualistic kneeling. You will often see them placed in rows in front of altars.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with a standard floor cushion or sofa cushion, which are usually called 坐墊. Using 拜墊 for casual floor seating sounds strange and out of place.
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