Chinese
hóngchén
Meaning: the world of mortals; worldly affairs; bustling world
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

他厭倦了紅塵的喧囂,選擇到深山修行。
他厌倦了红尘的喧嚣,选择到深山修行。
He grew tired of the hustle and bustle of the mortal world and chose to practice in the deep mountains.
經歷了這麼多磨難,他終於看破了紅塵。
After experiencing so many hardships, he finally saw through the vanity of the world.
紅塵四合,煙雲相連。
Red dust closes in from all sides, and smoke and clouds are connected.

Usage Notes

Often used in Buddhist or Taoist contexts to refer to the secular world as opposed to spiritual seclusion.

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