fei4淝
Jyutpingfei4
Yalefèih
Definition
To spray, splash, or shoot liquid.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Describes a sudden, forceful release of liquid, often in a scattered or messy way. It is frequently used to describe leaks, broken pipes, or even someone spitting while talking. The character is often written as 啡 due to its common usage in casual text, though 淝 is the traditional form.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the verb for shooting a gun, which is also sometimes written as 啡 in slang; context is essential to distinguish between spraying liquid and firing a weapon.
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Grammar guides
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