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🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

五台山

Pronunciation / Transliteration: wǔtái shān

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Wutai Shan/wuːˈtaɪ ˈʃɑːn/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"五台山是中国著名的佛教圣地。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A mountain range in Shanxi Province, China, known for its five distinctive peaks and as a major center for Chinese Buddhism.

    "Wutai Shan is famous for its ancient temples and stunning natural beauty."
  2. 2

    A UNESCO World Heritage site recognized for its cultural significance and historical architecture.

    "The temples at Wutai Shan attract thousands of visitors each year, eager to explore its rich history."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'Wutai Shan' originates from Chinese, where 'Wutai' means 'Five Terraces' and 'Shan' means 'Mountain'. This name refers to the five flat-topped peaks of the mountain range located in Shanxi Province, China, which has been a significant site for Buddhist pilgrimage since the Tang dynasty (618-907 AD).

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