mou4 neoi5巫女
Jyutpingmou4 neoi5
Yalemòuh néuih
Definition
A shrine maiden, witch, shamaness, or sorceress.
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How it's used
Primarily refers to a shrine maiden in Japanese cultural contexts, often seen in anime or games. It carries a mystical or spiritual connotation rather than the negative or dark associations sometimes linked to the English word witch.
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There is a shrine maiden in this anime.
Do you think that shrine maiden really knows magic?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a Western-style witch, as it specifically evokes East Asian spiritual roles. For a Western-style witch, use 巫婆 instead.
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Grammar guides
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