fat6 ging1佛經佛经
Jyutpingfat6 ging1
Yalefath gīng
Definition
Buddhist texts; Buddhist scripture
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the written scriptures of Buddhism, often used in formal or religious contexts. While it is a noun, it is frequently used in discussions about personal study or temple activities. It carries a sense of reverence, so it is rarely used in casual or joking conversation.
Measure word
bun2本búnExamples
keoi5 hou2 zung1 ji3 tai2 fat6 ging1 mui5 jat6 dou1 tai2 gei2 jip6
佢好鍾意睇佛經，每日都睇幾頁。
He really likes reading Buddhist sutras and reads a few pages every day.
le1 bun2 fat6 ging1 jap6 min6 gong2 gan2 me1 dou6 lei5 aa4
呢本佛經入面講緊咩道理呀？
What kind of philosophy is discussed in this Buddhist sutra?
Related words
Common phrases
duk6 fat6 ging1
讀佛經
to read Buddhist sutras
caau1 fat6 ging1
抄佛經
to transcribe Buddhist sutras
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
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