cau1 se6抽射
Jyutpingcau1 se6
Yalechāu seh
Definition
To volley or shoot a soccer ball with power towards the goal.
colloquialsports
How it's used
This term specifically describes a powerful, direct strike on the ball, often involving a quick swing of the leg. It implies a sense of force and suddenness, distinguishing it from a controlled shot or a gentle tap. You will mostly hear this used in the context of professional football matches or casual games at the park.
Examples
He scored a goal with a volley from outside the penalty area.
Related words
Common phrases
volley from outside the box
powerful volley
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general shooting terms like 射門, which is a broader term for any attempt to score. 抽射 requires a specific technique involving a forceful, often straight-legged contact with the ball.
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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.
