naam4 mou4 lou2南無佬南无佬
Jyutpingnaam4 mou4 lou2
Yalenàahm mòuh lóu
Definition
Taoist priest who performs rituals and ceremonies for the dead.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a Taoist priest or a ritual specialist who performs funeral rites and chanting. The term is often used in a slightly dismissive or informal way, so it is safer to use 道士 if you want to be respectful or formal. It is closely associated with the sound of chanting, which is often described as 喃嘸.
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That Taoist priest is chanting over there.
Why are you looking for a Taoist priest?
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Common phrases
to hire a Taoist priest
Common mistake
Do not use this term to address a priest directly, as it can sound derogatory or disrespectful. Use it only when referring to them in the third person.
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