luk1碌
Jyutpingluk1
Yalelūk
Definition
To roll, scroll, or slide across a surface.
colloquialdaily actionstechnology
How it's used
Beyond the literal sense of rolling an object, this verb has become the standard way to describe scrolling through a digital interface. It implies a continuous, repetitive motion, whether it is a physical ball across a floor or a finger across a screen. It captures the casual, often mindless nature of browsing social media feeds.
Examples
You are always scrolling on your phone, be careful with your eyes.
He rolled the ball over to the next room.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 滾, which refers to boiling liquid or rolling over in bed. While both involve movement, 碌 is specifically for objects being pushed or digital scrolling, whereas 滾 is for heat or turning one's body.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
