gau3 gap1救急
Jyutpinggau3 gap1
Yalegau gāp
Definition
To help someone in an emergency, or to help meet an urgent need.
colloquialothermoney
How it's used
Focuses on providing immediate relief during a sudden crisis or financial bottleneck. It implies a temporary fix rather than a long term solution. Often used when someone needs a quick loan or a specific resource to survive a difficult moment.
Examples
This medicine is for emergency use, don't take it randomly.
Related words
Common phrases
to help those in danger and provide emergency assistance
emergency money
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 搶救, which specifically refers to life saving medical intervention or rescuing someone from a life threatening situation. 救急 is broader and often relates to financial or practical assistance.
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