bok3 daai6 daam2搏大膽搏大胆
Jyutpingbok3 daai6 daam2
Yalebok daaih dáam
Definition
To take a risk; to push one's luck and try one's chances
colloquialdaily actionspeople
How it's used
Focuses on the act of taking a calculated risk or showing audacity in a situation where one might otherwise be afraid. It carries a sense of admiration or surprise at someone's courage, often implying that the outcome was uncertain or potentially negative.
Examples
You are really daring, to talk to the boss like that.
He took a risk and tried it, and surprisingly he succeeded in the end.
Related words
Common phrases
to take a risk and try
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being brave, as it specifically implies taking a gamble or pushing boundaries rather than just having a courageous personality.
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