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布施

ふせ

N1almsgiving · charitable donation

Examples

参拝者は僧に布施を渡して感謝を伝えた。

講座で仏教における布施の意味を学んだ。

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Study notes

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

  • Structure: The Buddhist noun 布施 (ふせ) means almsgiving or a charitable offering made to clergy or others.
  • Basic usage: It can be a concrete offering in 布施を渡す or the religious concept discussed as 布施の意味.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

  • Religious almsgiving
    • Although it overlaps with donation, these uses center on religious practice and gratitude.

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