Lingaku- the queen of flowers (refers esp. to plum blossom)
- (fig.) nickname for a famous beauty or courtesan
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- the queen of flowers (refers esp. to plum blossom)
- nickname for a famous beauty or courtesan
This meaning refers to a specific type of flower, particularly the plum blossom, which is often admired for its beauty and symbolizes resilience and purity in Chinese culture.
Her teacher gave her a bouquet of plum blossoms as encouragement.
In spring, the plum blossoms bloom in the park, attracting many visitors.
This meaning is a figurative use of the term, referring to a renowned beauty, often in historical contexts related to courtesans who were celebrated for their elegance and charm.
She is called a famous beauty because of her unparalleled beauty and wisdom.
The famous courtesans of ancient times often interacted with renowned poets and artists.
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huā kuí花魁queen of flowershuā kuí花魁nǚ zǐ女子courtesan womanhuā kuí花魁yú与táo huā桃花the queen of flowers and peach blossoms (symbol of beauty)huā kuí花魁shèng yàn盛宴feast of the courtesanshuā kuí花魁zhī之wǔ舞dance of the courtesanhuā kuí花魁chuán shuō传说legend of the courtesanhóng yán红颜huā kuí花魁beautiful courtesanhuā kuí花魁wén huà文化courtesan culturehuā kuí花魁xiāng qì香气fragrance of the queen of flowershuā kuí花魁jiā rén佳人beautiful woman (courtesan)