mahjong
1 synonym for mahjong, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A tile-based game, originally from China, usually played by four people with tiles divided into several suits.
Synonyms
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Mah-Jongg
How to use mahjong
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
play mahjong
a game of mahjong
mahjong tiles
Etymology
From Mandarin majiang, itself derived from a word meaning "sparrow" with a regional diminutive ending.
Full origin of mahjong →Frequently asked questions
What does “mahjong” mean?
The word “mahjong” means a tile-based game, originally from China, usually played by four people with tiles divided into several suits. In plain terms, a classic Chinese tile game, either played competitively with four people or as a solo matching puzzle.
How do you pronounce “mahjong”?
“Mahjong” is pronounced mah-JONG (/mɑˈd͡ʒɔŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “mahjong” in a sentence?
Here is “mahjong” used in a sentence: “They meet every Friday for a few rounds of mahjong.”
What part of speech is “mahjong”?
“Mahjong” is a noun.
How many meanings does “mahjong” have?
“Mahjong” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a tile-based game, originally from China, usually played by four people with tiles divided into several suits.
