dou2賭赌
Jyutpingdou2
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Definition
To gamble or bet.
colloquialmoneydaily actions
How it's used
Using 賭 as a verb often implies a habitual or serious activity rather than just a casual game. When people want to sound less intense or emphasize the social aspect, they often add 兩手 to soften the tone. It is frequently paired with 輸 or 贏 to describe the outcome of the action.
Examples
He gambles all the time and has lost a lot of money.
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Common mistake
Avoid using 賭 as a direct translation for betting on a specific event like a horse race or a football match, where 買 is the preferred verb. For example, say 買馬 or 買波 instead of 賭馬 or 賭波 to sound more like a local.
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