bou6 saat3捕殺捕杀
Jyutpingbou6 saat3
Yalebouh saat
Definition
To hunt and kill; to catch and kill animals.
writtenanimalsdaily actions
How it's used
This term is almost exclusively used in formal or legal contexts regarding wildlife conservation or pest control. It carries a strong sense of deliberate, systematic action rather than a casual or accidental act. You will rarely hear it in casual conversation unless discussing environmental policies or news reports.
Examples
The government prohibits the hunting and killing of this wild animal.
Why do you have to catch and kill the stray cats?
Related words
Common phrases
prohibit hunting and killing
illegal hunting and killing
Common mistake
Avoid using this word for individual acts of killing, as it implies a process of capturing first. For simply killing an animal, use 殺死 instead.
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Grammar guides
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