nau2 kuk1扭曲
Jyutpingnau2 kuk1
Yalenáu kūk
Definition
To physically twist or distort, or to warp the facts of an event.
- to twist, distort, or warp physically under external force
- to distort or misrepresent the facts of an event
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How it's used
Beyond physical deformation, this word is frequently used metaphorically to describe someone misrepresenting facts or twisting the truth. It carries a negative connotation of intentional manipulation, making it a strong choice when accusing someone of being dishonest or unfair in their account of events.
Examples
The iron railing got completely twisted after being hit by the car.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 拗, which is used for bending or snapping something smaller, like a wire or a finger. 扭曲 implies a more severe, structural deformation or a complex twisting process.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
