僧
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Base noun form. Refers to a Buddhist monk or priest. Used in contexts like 『僧侶』 (souryo, 'clergy') or 『僧院』 (souin, 'monastery').
Theme
While visiting a temple, User and their guide Kenji discuss the role of monks in Japanese culture.
僧
そう
monk, priest
Culture & SocietyReligion & Festivals
Memory Hook
Imagine a serene monk in a temple, chanting 'so-o' (僧 sou sounds like 'so'). 'So' → 僧 (sou, 'monk').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『僧』 (sou, 'monk') often refers to Buddhist monks who live in temples and practice meditation and rituals. They play a key role in ceremonies like funerals and festivals.
Forms
Base: 僧Base noun form. Refers to a Buddhist monk or priest. Used in contexts like 『僧侶』 (souryo, 'clergy') or 『僧院』 (souin, 'monastery').