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Definition
To overflow, ripple, or swirl; used in place names.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Primarily used to describe liquid spilling over the edge of a container due to movement or overfilling. While it can describe the gentle rippling of water, it is most commonly heard in casual speech when something is about to or has already splashed out of a vessel.
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Common phrases
to spill out
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 溢 which is more formal and often used in written contexts for overflowing. In daily life, Cantonese speakers are much more likely to use 瀉 or 漏 when referring to liquids leaking or spilling.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
