pun4湓
Jyutpingpun4
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Definition
To boil over, spill, or overflow, especially of hot soup or congee.
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How it's used
This verb is specifically reserved for liquids like soup or congee that bubble over the edge of a pot due to excessive heat. It captures the sound and visual of the liquid spilling over the rim, often implying a lack of attention from the cook. It is rarely used for other types of spills or overflows, such as water from a glass or a river bursting its banks.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 瀉, which is a general term for spilling or leaking. Use 湓 only when the liquid is boiling over a container's edge due to heat.
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Grammar guides
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