jiu4 hung3 taat3 ce1遙控撻車遥控挞车
Jyutpingjiu4 hung3 taat3 ce1
Yaleyìuh hung taat chē
Definition
To start a car remotely.
colloquialtransporttechnology
How it's used
This term is specifically used for modern vehicles equipped with remote engine start systems. It combines the concept of remote control with the colloquial verb 撻, which is the standard way to describe turning on an engine or ignition. While 撻 can also mean to slap or throw, in the context of cars, it is exclusively used for starting the engine.
Examples
Does your car support remote starting?
Remote starting the car is really convenient during winter.
Related words
Common phrases
remote engine start feature
Common mistake
Do not confuse 撻 with 著, as 著車 is a more general term for turning on a car, whereas 撻車 specifically refers to the action of cranking the engine to life.
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Grammar guides
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