hit3 zi2蠍子蝎子
Jyutpinghit3 zi2
Yalehit jí
Definition
Scorpion; an eight-legged arachnid with a venomous sting on its tail.
neutralanimals
How it's used
Refers specifically to the arachnid with a venomous stinger. While common in biology, it is rarely encountered in daily life in Hong Kong unless visiting a pet shop or traveling to arid regions. It is often associated with traditional Chinese medicine, where it is sometimes used in soups or medicinal preparations.
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zek3隻jekExamples
Have you ever seen a scorpion in the desert?
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