caai2踹
Jyutpingcaai2
Yalecháai
Definition
To step on, stamp, kick, or pedal; to belittle, or to rush through work.
- to tread on; to stamp; to step on; to pedal
- to kick with the bottom of one's foot
- to belittle; to put down
- to work continuously non-stop to try and finish something
- to enter
colloquialdaily actionsbody
How it's used
While 踹 is understood, Cantonese speakers overwhelmingly prefer 踢 for the general action of kicking. 踹 often carries a more forceful or aggressive connotation, implying a heavy stomp or a kick intended to break or force something open. In casual speech, 踢 is the default choice for almost all kicking actions, including playing sports or kicking an object.
Examples
He kicked the door open and rushed inside.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often use 踹 in everyday contexts where 踢 is expected, which can make the speaker sound overly dramatic or aggressive. Stick to 踢 for general use to sound more natural.
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Grammar guides
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