pok3 bo1撲波
Jyutpingpok3 bo1
Yalepok bō
Definition
To block or parry a ball with the hands, especially of a goalkeeper making a save.
colloquialsportsdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the goalkeeper's action of diving or lunging to stop a ball from entering the net. It captures the physical intensity of the motion rather than just the act of saving a goal. While primarily used in football, it can be applied to other sports involving a goalie like handball.
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