fui3 kei2悔棋
Jyutpingfui3 kei2
Yalefui kéi
Definition
To retract or take back a move in a chess or board game.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
This term is almost exclusively used in the context of board games like Chinese chess or international chess. It carries a slightly negative connotation, as it implies a lack of sportsmanship or an inability to accept the consequences of one's decisions. In casual play, friends might jokingly allow it, but in any serious or competitive setting, it is considered a breach of etiquette.
Examples
Are you taking back your move again? You're not allowed to change it once you've placed the piece.
I won't take back my move, a loss is a loss.
Related words
Common phrases
no taking back moves allowed
Common mistake
Do not use this to mean changing one's mind about life decisions or general plans. It is strictly limited to the physical act of moving a piece on a game board.
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