fok3攉
Jyutpingfok3
Yalefok
Definition
To shovel or to urge.
- to shovel
- to urge
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Primarily used in spoken Cantonese, this verb carries a sense of physical force or urgency. When used for shoveling, it implies a quick, sweeping motion rather than careful digging. In the sense of urging, it suggests pushing someone to act or move faster, often with a slightly impatient or demanding tone.
Examples
Hurry up and shovel some sand into the bucket.
He is urging me to finish the work quickly.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 撥, which means to flick or wave something away with the hand. While both involve arm movement, 攉 requires a tool or a more forceful, deliberate action.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
