guk1鵠鹄
Jyutpingguk1
Yalegūk
Definition
An arrow target.
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How it's used
Literary and formal in nature, this term is rarely used in daily spoken Cantonese to refer to a physical target. It is more commonly encountered in the idiomatic expression 鵠的, which refers to a target or a goal. In modern contexts, people almost always prefer using 目標 or 箭靶 instead.
Measure word
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He is very accurate at archery and hits the target every time.
Related words
Common phrases
target or objective
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this character with 鶴 due to their similar appearance. Additionally, do not use this word in casual conversation as it sounds overly academic or archaic.
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Grammar guides
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