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Meaning of jiangshi | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
d͡ʒiˌɑŋˈʃiː

Definitions

A reanimated corpse in Chinese legend, which moves around by hopping with its arms outstretched, and kills living creatures to absorb their life force.

Equivalents

Français jiangshi
한국어 강시
Русский цзянши
Tiếng Việt cương thi

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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