taam3 him2探險探险
Jyutpingtaam3 him2
Yaletaam hím
Definition
To explore or venture into unknown or dangerous places.
neutraldaily actionsplaces
How it's used
Often implies a sense of thrill or danger rather than just scientific research. It is commonly associated with outdoor activities or urban exploration of abandoned sites. Unlike the more neutral 探索, which can apply to abstract concepts like knowledge or ideas, 探險 is reserved for physical journeys into challenging environments.
Examples
They really like going deep into the mountains to explore.
Are you brave enough to go explore that abandoned ruin?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it for casual trips or sightseeing, as it specifically carries the connotation of venturing into risky or unknown territory.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
