sim4 zung1禪宗禅宗
Jyutpingsim4 zung1
Yalesìhm jūng
Definition
Zen Buddhism; a Mahayana school emphasizing sudden enlightenment and direct insight without relying on scriptures.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the school of Buddhism that emphasizes direct experience and meditation over the study of scriptures. It is often associated with the concept of 頓悟, or sudden enlightenment, which is achieved through introspective practices rather than intellectual analysis. While the term is formal, it is frequently used in cultural and philosophical discussions in Hong Kong.
Examples
He really likes studying the principles of Zen Buddhism.
Do you know how one practices Zen Buddhism?
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
