bok3 coi2搏彩
Jyutpingbok3 coi2
Yalebok chói
Definition
To gamble or try one's luck.
colloquialmoney
How it's used
This term carries a slightly more formal or literary nuance compared to the common verb 賭錢. It often implies taking a risk or relying on fortune rather than just the act of betting itself. You will frequently see it used in contexts involving lottery or high-stakes speculation.
Examples
He always goes to the casino to gamble and has lost a lot of money.
Don't always think about getting rich by gambling.
Related words
Common phrases
gambling mentality
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 博彩, which is the standard written form for the gambling industry or lottery sector. While 搏彩 is sometimes used to emphasize the act of struggling or striving for luck, 賭錢 is the much more natural choice for everyday conversation.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
