diu1 hak1彫刻

Jyutpingdiu1 hak1

Yaledīu hāk

Definition

To carve, engrave, or sculpt; a sculpture or carving.

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How it's used

While 彫刻 is the standard term for the art form, it is often used interchangeably with 雕塑 in casual conversation when referring to three dimensional statues. In a craft context, it specifically highlights the subtractive process of cutting into a material like wood or stone. You will frequently hear it used as a verb when describing the act of carving something out of a block.

Measure word

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Examples

nei5你zung1鍾m4唔zung1鍾ji3意heoi3去bok3博mat6物gun2館tai2睇diu1彫hak1刻？

Do you like going to museums to see sculptures?

Common phrases

muk6木diu1彫hak1刻

wood carving

sek6石diu1彫hak1刻

stone sculpture

Common mistake

Learners often confuse 彫刻 with 刻字, which specifically refers to the act of engraving characters or text onto a surface rather than creating a sculptural piece.