aau1 han4𢯎痕
Jyutpingaau1 han4
Yaleāau hàhn
Definition
To scratch an itch on the skin using fingernails or a hard object.
colloquialbodyhealth
How it's used
This term specifically refers to the act of scratching to relieve an itch, often involving the fingernails. It is distinct from the more general action of scratching a surface, which would be 刮. It is frequently used in contexts involving skin irritation or insect bites.
Examples
Is your back itchy? Do you need me to help you scratch it?
Related words
Common phrases
to scratch until broken/bleeding
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the abstract concept of scratching your head in confusion, which is usually expressed as 𢯎頭.
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Grammar guides
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