Meaning of joss paper | Babel Free
Definitions
A sheet of paper or other papercraft item used as a burnt offering in traditional Chinese veneration of the dead.
Equivalents
Français
billet funéraire
Italiano
banconota funeraria
Examples
“There is also a difference in the joss papers. For spirits (souls), the joss paper is silver. Gold is generally meant for gods and deities. Depending on the financial status of the family, the offering of food can be on the high end.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.