jiu4 lou5搖櫓摇橹
Jyutpingjiu4 lou5
Yaleyìuh lóuh
Definition
A type of sampan propelled by a long, heavy sweep oar mounted at the stern.
colloquialtransportdaily actions
How it's used
Sculling with a 櫓 is distinct from rowing with a 槳 because it involves a side to side motion rather than a front to back stroke. This technique is highly efficient for heavy, flat bottomed boats and is a classic skill associated with traditional water transport in the Pearl River Delta. It requires significant coordination and core strength to maintain a steady rhythm.
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Common phrases
sculling boat
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 搖櫓 with general rowing. Remember that 櫓 specifically refers to the long, heavy oar used at the stern, whereas 槳 is the standard oar used on the sides of a boat.
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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.
