saat3摋𢫬
Jyutpingsaat3
Yalesaat
Definition
To strike from the side with one's hand; to knead, scatter, or eradicate.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
This character is frequently used in spoken Cantonese to describe the physical act of forcefully pushing or scattering things with the hand. It carries a sense of abrupt or vigorous motion, distinct from a gentle touch or a slow movement. While it can mean to knead dough, it is often applied to any situation where one is aggressively spreading or dispersing objects.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 殺, which sounds similar but refers to killing. Ensure the context clearly involves manual manipulation or scattering to avoid confusion.
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