ngan4 goek3 daai3銀腳帶银脚带
Jyutpingngan4 goek3 daai3
Yalengàhn geuk daai
Definition
Many-banded krait; a highly venomous elapid snake found in southern China and Southeast Asia.
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How it's used
This term is the specific local name for the Bungarus multicinctus, a highly venomous snake found in Hong Kong. It is often referred to as 銀環蛇 in more formal or written contexts, but locals frequently use 銀腳帶 to describe its distinct black and white banded appearance. It is considered one of the most dangerous snakes in the region, so the name is usually mentioned in the context of safety warnings.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
If you see a many-banded krait while hiking, leave immediately.
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Common phrases
a many-banded krait bites someone
highly venomous many-banded krait
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with other banded snakes; remember that the name specifically refers to this highly venomous species, so do not use it as a general term for any snake with stripes.
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