seoi2 hok3水殼水壳
Jyutpingseoi2 hok3
Yaleséui hok
Definition
Water ladle or dipper; a utensil used for scooping water.
colloquialhomedaily actions
How it's used
Traditionally made from a dried gourd shell, this term now refers to any generic ladle or dipper used for scooping liquids. It is frequently used in older residential settings or traditional kitchens where water is stored in large basins rather than coming directly from a tap. The verb 𢳂 is the specific action word paired with this tool.
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The ladle is broken, how are we supposed to scoop water?
Related words
Common phrases
to scoop water
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 殼, which is a general term for a shell or a hard outer covering. While a water ladle might be made from a shell, the compound 水殼 is strictly reserved for the functional tool used to scoop.
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Grammar guides
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