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Pronunciation / Transliteration: Fushi
"Il Fushi è un simbolo di prosperità nella cultura cinese."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A symbol or figure representing good fortune and longevity in Chinese culture.
"In traditional Chinese art, the Fushi is often depicted alongside other symbols of prosperity." - 2
A representation of auspiciousness, often used in decorations during celebrations.
"During the New Year, many families display Fushi decorations to invite good luck."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Fushi' originates from Chinese folklore, where it refers to a mythical figure associated with longevity and prosperity. The concept has evolved over centuries, intertwining with various cultural beliefs about fortune and auspiciousness.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Fushi" is said worldwide
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Fushi
Transliteration: Fushi
"Le Fushi est souvent représenté dans l'art traditionnel chinois."
Fushi
Transliteration: Fushi
"Der Fushi wird oft in der chinesischen Kunst dargestellt."
Fushi
Transliteration: Fushi
"Il Fushi è un simbolo di prosperità nella cultura cinese."
Fushi
Transliteration: Fushi
"El Fushi se representa a menudo en el arte chino."
Fushi
Transliteration: Fushi
"O Fushi é um símbolo de boa sorte na cultura chinesa."
फुशी
Transliteration: Fushi
"फुशी चीनी संस्कृति में भाग्य का प्रतीक है।"
福寿
Transliteration: fú shòu
"福寿在中国文化中象征着好运和长寿。"
푸시
Transliteration: Pushi
"푸시는 중국 문화에서 행운의 상징입니다."
フシ
Transliteration: Fushi
"フシは中国文化における幸運の象徴です。"
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