dak1 zoeng2得獎得奖
Jyutpingdak1 zoeng2
Yaledāk jéung
Definition
To win a prize or to be awarded a prize.
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How it's used
Focuses on the result of a competition rather than the act of competing itself. It is frequently used in contexts involving academic, artistic, or sports achievements. When discussing the prize itself, speakers often use 攞獎 instead of the more formal 得獎.
Examples
He really won a prize in the competition this time.
Do you think he has a chance to win a prize this time?
Related words
Common phrases
successfully win a prize
win prizes multiple times
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 得獎 with 攞獎, but 得獎 is slightly more formal and typically implies an official recognition or a formal award, whereas 攞獎 is a generic term for getting any kind of prize or reward.
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