kau1 zi6 ngaan5摳字眼抠字眼
Jyutpingkau1 zi6 ngaan5
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Definition
to be fastidious about phrasing, diction, or choice of words
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
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