mok1剝剥
Jyutpingmok1
Yalemōk
Definition
To take off clothing, or to peel off an outer layer or shell.
- to remove; to take off (clothing, shoes, socks, etc.)
- to peel; to shell; to strip off (an outer layer or skin)
colloquialclothingdaily actions
How it's used
Pronounced as mok1 in this specific context of removing clothing, which differs from the standard dictionary reading of bok1 used for peeling fruit or skin. It carries a slightly more casual or forceful nuance than the more neutral term 除. It is almost exclusively used for items worn on the body like clothing, shoes, or accessories.
Examples
Remember to take off your wet shirt when you get home.
Related words
Common mistake
Beginners often confuse the pronunciation with bok1, which is used for peeling fruit like oranges or bananas. Using bok1 for clothing will sound unnatural or incorrect to native speakers.
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