ceot1 hon6出汗
Jyutpingceot1 hon6
Yalechēut hohn
Definition
To sweat; to perspire.
colloquialbodyhealth
How it's used
Focuses on the physical act of perspiration rather than the liquid itself. It is frequently used in contexts involving exercise, illness, or high temperatures. Unlike more formal descriptions, it is the standard way to describe the process in everyday conversation.
Examples
I feel great after sweating all over from exercising.
Related words
Common phrases
sweated all over
to break out in a cold sweat
Common mistake
Avoid using it as a noun to mean sweat itself, as that is 汗. It functions strictly as a verb, so you cannot say 抹出汗; instead, use 抹汗 to mean wiping away sweat.
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