dang6 goek3戥腳戥脚
Jyutpingdang6 goek3
Yaledahng geuk
Definition
To temporarily join a game, usually mahjong, as the final player so that the game can begin.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Specifically refers to the act of filling a vacant spot in a four player game like 麻雀. It implies a temporary commitment, as the person filling in is expected to leave once the regular player returns or the game concludes. It carries a sense of being a helpful favor to ensure the group can proceed with their activity.
Examples
We are one person short to start, come over and fill the seat.
Related words
Common phrases
help out by filling a seat
find someone to fill a seat
Common mistake
Do not use this for joining any random activity or team. It is almost exclusively reserved for table games where a specific number of players is required to start, most notably 麻雀.
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Grammar guides
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