Want to learn this vocabulary?

Start learning with MaruMori now and gain access to in-depth Grammar Lessons, Vocabulary, Kanji and Grammar SRS, Reading Exercises, Mock Exams, Mini Games and more!

乞食

ほいとう

being served food outside the meditation hall

Pronunciation

Definitions

noun

1. Being served food outside the meditation hall (at a Zen temple) archaism. Only applies to ほいとう.

2. Serving food; Food served archaism. Only applies to ほいとう.

3. Begging; Beggar archaism.

OTHER FORMS

Meaning Story

You do not have a favorite meaning story yet. You can create your own, or select one from the community using the button above!

Reading Story

You do not have a favorite reading story yet. You can create your own, or select one from the community using the button above!

Your Statistics