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Zen Buddhism in Japanese

Zen Buddhism in Japanese is 禅, 禅宗.

Zen Buddhism in Japanese

禅

noun

Pronounced: zen

(Buddhism) The Zen denomination of Buddhism.

禅宗

noun

Pronounced: zenshuu

(Buddhism) The Zen denomination of Buddhism.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "Zen Buddhism" in Japanese?

"Zen Buddhism" in Japanese is 禅, 禅宗.

How do you pronounce 禅?

"Zen Buddhism" in Japanese is 禅, pronounced "zen".

Are there other ways to say "Zen Buddhism" in Japanese?

Yes — Japanese has 2 translations listed for "Zen Buddhism": 禅, 禅宗.

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