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Pronunciation Northern /aːm˧˧/ Central /aːm˧˥/ Southern /aːm˧˧/
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small Buddhist temple
Noun
small Buddhist temple
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2 senses
Meaning
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Sense 1 Noun
small Buddhist temple Culture, Arts & Proper NamesTheme Places, Buildings & Public ServicesTheme PlacesTag

A small and simple building dedicated to Buddhist worship, often located in a quiet or secluded area.

vi Có một ngôi am nhỏ trên đỉnh núi.

en There is a small Buddhist hermitage on the mountain top.

Sense 2 Noun
hermitage Places, Buildings & Public ServicesTheme

A small, simple dwelling in a remote or quiet place, often used by a person living alone.

vi Vị ẩn sĩ sống trong một cái am vắng vẻ.

en The hermit lives in a secluded hut.

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am 庵(菴 / 諳)
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