laai6酹

Jyutpinglaai6

Yalelaaih

動詞

Definition

To pour, sprinkle, or splash liquid in a particular direction.

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How it's used

This word specifically describes the action of pouring a liquid in a controlled or steady stream, often over a surface or into a container. It carries a sense of precision or deliberate movement that differentiates it from simply dumping or spilling liquid. While it can be used for cooking, it is also frequently heard in gardening or ritual contexts.

Examples

nei5你bong1幫ngo5我laai3酹di1啲si6豉jau4油lok6落tiu4條jyu2魚dou6度。

Help me pour some soy sauce over the fish.

keoi5佢laai3酹zo2咗hou2好do1多seoi2水lok6落di1啲faa1花dou6度aa4呀。

He poured a lot of water onto the flowers.

Related words

synonymdou2倒dóusee alsolam4淋làmh

Common phrases

laai3酹jau4油

to pour oil

laai3酹seoi2水

to pour water

Common mistake

Learners often confuse this with 倒, which is a much more general term for pouring or dumping. Using 酹 implies a more focused, directed action, so it sounds unnatural if you are just pouring a glass of water to drink.