fuk1 zai3複製复制
Jyutpingfuk1 zai3
Yalefūk jai
Definition
To duplicate, replicate, or make an exact copy of something.
neutraltechnologydaily actions
How it's used
Primarily used in technical or formal contexts, such as dealing with computer files or biological cloning. In casual conversation, people often prefer using the English loanword copy or the phrase 抄落嚟 when referring to duplicating information or text.
Examples
Can you help me duplicate this document?
He copied the webpage content and then passed it off as his own writing.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this for the act of taking notes or copying someone else's homework, as it sounds overly mechanical or scientific; 抄 is the more natural choice for those situations.
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Grammar guides
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