paifang

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English

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A paifang in Liberty Square, Taipei.

Etymology

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From Mandarin 牌坊 (páifāng).

Pronunciation

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Noun

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paifang (plural paifangs)

  1. A traditional Chinese architectural style of gateway.
    Synonym: pailou

Further reading

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