kut3 jyu4蛞蝓
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Yalekut yùh
Definition
Slug; a shellless, slimy terrestrial gastropod mollusk.
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How it's used
Most Hong Kong people refer to this creature as 鼻涕蟲 in casual speech because of its slimy, mucus-covered appearance. Using the formal term 蛞蝓 is rare in daily life and might sound like you are reading from a science textbook. It is technically a mollusk without a shell, which is why it is often compared to 蝸牛.
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There are many slugs in the vegetable garden, it's so annoying.
Have you ever seen a slug? They leave slime behind when they crawl.
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Common phrases
slug slime
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 蝸牛, which has a shell. While they are biologically related, the presence of a shell is the most common way people distinguish them in casual conversation.
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