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10 Language-to-English DictionariesWutai Mountain
/wuːˈtaɪ ˈmaʊntən/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
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A mountain range in Shanxi province, China, known for its Buddhist temples and scenic beauty.
"Wutai Mountain is a UNESCO World Heritage site, attracting thousands of visitors each year." - 2
A significant location in Chinese Buddhism, often associated with the Bodhisattva Manjushri.
"Pilgrims visit Wutai Mountain to seek blessings and enlightenment."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The name 'Wutai' derives from Chinese, meaning 'Five Terraces', referring to the five peaks of the mountain range. It has been a significant site for Buddhist pilgrimage since the Tang dynasty (618–907 AD), reflecting the cultural and spiritual importance of the location in Chinese history.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Wutai Mountain" is said worldwide
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Mont Wutai
Transliteration: Mɔ̃ wytai
"Le Mont Wutai est un site important pour le bouddhisme en Chine."
Wutai-Berg
Transliteration: Vutai-Berg
"Der Wutai-Berg ist ein beliebtes Ziel für buddhistische Pilger."
Monte Wutai
Transliteration: Monte Wutai
"Il Monte Wutai è famoso per i suoi templi buddisti."
Montaña Wutai
Transliteration: Montaña Wutai
"La Montaña Wutai es un lugar sagrado para los budistas."
Montanha Wutai
Transliteration: Montanha Wutai
"A Montanha Wutai é um importante destino de peregrinação budista."
वुताई पर्वत
Transliteration: Vutai Parvat
"वुताई पर्वत बौद्ध धर्म के लिए एक महत्वपूर्ण स्थल है।"
五台山
Transliteration: Wǔtái Shān
"五台山是中国著名的佛教圣地。"
오대산
Transliteration: Odaesan
"오대산은 불교 신자들에게 중요한 장소입니다."
五台山
Transliteration: Gotaizan
"五台山は仏教徒にとって重要な場所です。"
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