fat6 zou2佛祖
Jyutpingfat6 zou2
Yalefaht jóu
Definition
Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to Siddhartha Gautama in a religious or cultural context, often used when people pray or visit temples. It carries a sense of reverence and is distinct from the more academic term 釋迦牟尼. People frequently use it in idioms or expressions related to fate and divine intervention.
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wai6位waihExamples
He always goes in front of the Buddha to draw lots.
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Common phrases
May the Buddha bless and protect
Common mistake
Avoid using this term to refer to any generic statue of a deity in a temple, as it specifically denotes the Buddha. Other figures, such as 觀音 or 關帝, have their own distinct titles.
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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.
