lei5 saam1 goek3李三腳李三脚
Jyutpinglei5 saam1 goek3
Yaleléih sāam geuk
Definition
Bruce Lee's nickname, referring to his signature triple-kick technique.
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How it's used
This nickname stems from the iconic high-speed kicking sequences in his films, which made it look like he had a third leg. It is a nostalgic and slightly playful way to refer to the martial arts legend, often used by older generations who grew up watching his movies in Hong Kong cinemas. Using this term implies a familiarity with his specific fighting style rather than just his fame as an actor.
Examples
He really likes to pretend to be Bruce Lee and kick people.
Related words
Common phrases
Bruce Lee style kick
Common mistake
Do not use this term in formal settings or when discussing his serious contributions to philosophy and martial arts theory, as it is strictly a colloquial nickname focused on his physical action sequences.
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