wong4 daai6 sin1 miu6黃大仙廟黄大仙庙
Jyutpingwong4 daai6 sin1 miu6
Yalewòhng daaih sīn miuh
Definition
Wong Tai Sin Temple in Hong Kong.
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How it's used
Locals often refer to the temple simply as 黃大仙, dropping the word 廟 when the context of visiting the shrine is clear. It is famous for the practice of 求籤, where worshippers shake a bamboo cylinder until a single stick falls out to receive a divine message. The area surrounding the temple is a major transit hub, making it one of the most accessible and frequently visited religious sites in the city.
Examples
Let's go to Wong Tai Sin Temple to draw fortune sticks tomorrow.
Do you know how to get to Wong Tai Sin Temple?
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Common phrases
drawing fortune sticks at Wong Tai Sin
go to Wong Tai Sin
Common mistake
Visitors sometimes confuse the temple with the surrounding MTR station or the shopping mall nearby, so be specific if you are meeting someone there. Also, note that the temple is a place of worship, so visitors should maintain a respectful volume and follow the guidelines posted near the incense burning areas.
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