gang2 gwat1鯁骨鲠骨
Jyutpinggang2 gwat1
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Definition
To get a bone stuck in one's throat; to choke on a bone.
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How it's used
This term is specifically reserved for choking on fish bones or similar small, sharp objects. It carries a sense of immediate physical discomfort and is often used as a warning to others during a meal. Unlike general choking, it implies the object is stuck in the throat rather than blocking the airway entirely.
Examples
Be careful when eating fish, it is very easy to choke on bones.
Common mistake
Do not use this for choking on food like rice or bread, which would be described as 哽親. 鯁骨 specifically refers to the sharp, piercing sensation of a bone.
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