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Jyutpinghaak1 dik6
Yalehāak dihk
Definition
To defeat the enemy.
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How it's used
This term is formal and literary, often appearing in historical contexts, martial arts fiction, or strategic discussions. It is rarely used in casual daily conversation, where people would prefer phrases like 打贏或者擊敗對手. Using it in a mundane context can sound overly dramatic or archaic.
Examples
They used every method to defeat the enemy.
Do you have confidence in defeating the enemy?
Related words
Common phrases
to defeat the enemy and win
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common verb, but it is a literary compound that sounds out of place in everyday speech. Avoid using it to describe simple games or sports matches, as it carries a sense of serious conflict or warfare.
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Grammar guides
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