co4 tau4鋤頭锄头
Jyutpingco4 tau4
Yalechòh tàuh
Definition
Hoe; a farming tool used for weeding and loosening soil.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the traditional agricultural tool used for weeding or breaking up soil. While modern urban life makes this tool less common, it remains the standard term for this implement in rural or gardening contexts. It is distinct from shovels or spades, which are used more for digging or moving loose soil.
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