san1 joek3新約新约
Jyutpingsan1 joek3
Yalesān yeuk
Definition
The New Testament; the second part of the Christian Bible detailing the life and teachings of Jesus.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the second part of the Christian Bible. While it is a formal term, it is used naturally in religious contexts or when discussing literature. It is almost always understood as a book, so it is common to hear it paired with classifiers like 本.
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bun2本búnExamples
Which book in the New Testament have you read?
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New Testament Bible
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