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Jyutpingfaat3 leon4 fat6 faat3
Yalefaat lèuhn faht faat
Definition
Falun Gong, a modern spiritual movement.
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How it's used
This term is often used interchangeably with 法輪功 in casual conversation. It refers to a spiritual practice that gained significant public visibility in Hong Kong during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Speakers typically use it when discussing the group's public presence or their activities in busy urban areas.
Examples
He practices Falun Gong in the park all the time.
Related words
Common phrases
practicing Falun Gong
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with general Buddhist practices, but it is a specific modern movement. It is important to distinguish it from traditional Buddhism when speaking to avoid confusion.
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