kwaak1框
Jyutpingkwaak1
Yalekwāak
Definition
To enclose, surround, or encircle something on all sides.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Primarily functions as a verb meaning to physically or visually enclose something within a border or boundary. It is frequently used in contexts involving text, such as highlighting or framing specific information on a page. When used metaphorically, it implies restricting someone or something within a set of rigid rules or expectations.
Examples
He used a pen to circle the key points.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid confusing this with 圍, which implies surrounding something from all sides to prevent escape. 框 specifically emphasizes the act of creating a frame or a boundary around an object, often for the purpose of highlighting or containment.
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Grammar guides
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