kap1扱
Jyutpingkap1
Yalekāp
Definition
To cover and seal; to place something on top of another object to close it tightly.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the action of placing a cover or lid over an object to seal it. It is frequently used in household contexts when dealing with containers, food storage, or protecting items from exposure. The term implies a deliberate action to ensure the contents are secure or airtight.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 蓋, which is primarily a noun meaning lid or cover. While 蓋 can be used as a verb in some contexts, 扱 is the specific action verb used for the physical act of covering or sealing something with a lid.
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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.
