luk1睩
Jyutpingluk1
Yalelūk
Definition
To open one's eyes wide and focus one's gaze.
colloquialbodydaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the physical action of widening the eyes, often to show surprise, anger, or intense concentration. It is almost exclusively used with the verb complement 大 to form 睩大, emphasizing the extent of the action. It carries a slightly more vivid and informal tone than simply saying 擘大.
Examples
He opened his eyes wide and stared at me, looking very scared.
Open your eyes and look carefully, it says no parking here.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 擘大, which is a more general term for opening something wide, such as a mouth or a door. While 擘大 can also be used for eyes, 睩大 specifically highlights the act of staring or focusing one's gaze.
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Grammar guides
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