naa4 zaa1哪吒
Jyutpingnaa4 zaa1
Yalenàh jā
Definition
Nezha, a deity in Chinese folk religion, Buddhism, and Taoism.
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How it's used
Often referred to as 三太子 in local temples, this deity is a central figure in Hong Kong folk religion. You will frequently see statues of him depicted as a young boy with wind fire wheels, reflecting his energetic and rebellious character from classic literature.
Examples
When I was little, I really liked watching the Nezha cartoon.
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