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貝多芬

bui3 do1 fan1

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貝多芬

貝 bui3 bei4 - shells; cowries used as money
多 do1 duo1 {duo2} - much, many
芬 fan1 fen1 - fragrance; aroma; perfume; sweet smell

This word was added by WANNABEAFREAK on 13th Aug 2007

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