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Definition
To sneak across a border illegally.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the act of crossing a boundary or border illegally and stealthily. It carries a formal or legalistic tone often found in news reports or official documents rather than casual conversation. In everyday speech, people are more likely to use descriptive phrases like 偷渡 or 潛入 depending on whether the crossing is by sea or land.
Examples
They want to sneak across the border to another place.
Related words
Common phrases
sneak across the border
Common mistake
Do not use this for general sneaking or hiding, as it is strictly tied to the concept of crossing a defined boundary or border. It is not a common verb for everyday movement.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
