syut3 kek6雪屐
Jyutpingsyut3 kek6
Yalesyut kehk
Definition
Roller skates.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to traditional quad roller skates, though the term is often used broadly for inline skates as well. It is common to pair this with the verb 踩, which literally means to step on or pedal, reflecting the physical action of pushing off the ground while skating.
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deoi3對deuiExamples
Did you ever go roller skating when you were a kid?
His roller skates are very new, they must have just been bought.
Related words
Common phrases
to roller skate
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 溜冰, which specifically refers to ice skating. Using 雪屐 for ice skates will cause confusion as it implies wheels.
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