sou3 fung1掃風扫风
Jyutpingsou3 fung1
Yalesou fūng
Definition
To burp a baby after feeding to prevent spitting up.
colloquialfamilydaily actions
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the physical act of patting an infant's back to release trapped air after feeding. While the term literally translates to sweeping wind, it is the standard and expected verb parents use when discussing infant care. It implies a gentle, rhythmic motion rather than a forceful slap.
Examples
The baby hasn't been burped after feeding, can you help hold him for a moment?
Related words
Common phrases
to burp a baby
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the general verb for burping, which is 打嗝. 掃風 is exclusively used for the caregiver's action of burping a baby, not for the baby's own act of burping.
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Grammar guides
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