gwat6掘
Jyutpinggwat6
Yalegwaht
Definition
To dig or excavate; to remove soil to make a hole.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Beyond the literal sense of moving earth, this verb is frequently used metaphorically to describe searching for something hidden or difficult to find, such as digging through old files or memories. It carries a sense of physical effort and persistence, implying that the object being sought is buried or obscured.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this for general uncovering or revealing of information, where words like 搵 or 查 are more appropriate. It is strictly tied to the physical act of excavating or digging into a surface.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
