fu2 ham3俯瞰
Jyutpingfu2 ham3
Yalefú ham
Definition
To look down from a high place; to overlook.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in formal or descriptive contexts, such as travel writing or architectural descriptions, rather than casual conversation. While it describes the act of looking down from a height, it lacks the negative connotation of looking down on someone with contempt, which is usually expressed by the phrase 睇唔起.
Examples
Looking down from the mountain top, the scenery is really beautiful.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 睇落去, which is a common phrasal verb meaning to continue watching or to look down, but lacks the specific sense of elevation and breadth implied by 俯瞰.
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Grammar guides
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