gam1 gong1金剛金刚
Jyutpinggam1 gong1
Yalegām gōng
Definition
Vajra, an indestructible ritual object in Buddhism; or King Kong, the giant gorilla monster.
- vajra, an indestructible ritual weapon in Buddhism
- King Kong, the giant gorilla monster from the movie
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How it's used
Refers primarily to the indestructible ritual weapon in Buddhist iconography, symbolizing the power of wisdom to cut through ignorance. In popular culture, it is universally recognized as the name of the giant ape from the classic film franchise. The term implies extreme durability or strength, often used metaphorically to describe something unbreakable.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the adjective 堅硬, which describes physical hardness. Using 金剛 to describe a hard rock or a tough material sounds unnatural, as it carries specific religious or cinematic connotations.
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