Lexical entry

馬吊

maadiao

A traditional Chinese trick-taking card game played with 40 cards.

Sports & GamesPure GairaigoSource: Chinese

Meaning

A historical Chinese trick-taking card game that dates back to the Ming dynasty, often considered a precursor to Mahjong.

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ファンタン

A traditional Chinese gambling game played with small objects like beads or coins.

面子

メンツ

Social standing or honor; a group of participants; a mahjong meld.

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