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少林寺
Shàolínsì
Description
少林寺是中国一座很有名的寺庙，在河南省。
Shaolin Temple is a famous temple in China, located in Henan Province.
很多人去那里学功夫，也叫少林功夫。
Many people go there to learn kung fu, also called Shaolin kung fu.
Meanings
少林寺Shàolínsì
Shaolin Temple, a famous Buddhist temple in Henan, China
我想去少林寺看看。
I want to visit the Shaolin Temple.
少林寺Shàolínsì
Shaolin, known for kung fu and martial arts
少林寺的功夫很厉害。
The kung fu at the Shaolin Temple is very impressive.
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Notes
- Etymology
少林 refers to Mount Shaoshi's forest; 寺 means Buddhist temple.
- Nuance
often used as shorthand for Shaolin-style kung fu, not just the building.
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