pin1 fuk1蝙蝠
Jyutpingpin1 fuk1
Yalepīn fūk
Definition
Bat; the nocturnal flying mammal.
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How it's used
Bats are often associated with good fortune in traditional Chinese culture because the character 蝠 shares the same pronunciation as 福, meaning luck or blessing. You will frequently see bats depicted in traditional art or embroidery as symbols of prosperity. In modern daily life, they are simply viewed as nocturnal creatures that are rarely encountered in urban areas.
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Have you ever seen where bats live?
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Batman
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Grammar guides
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