tek3 jin2踢燕
Jyutpingtek3 jin2
Yaletek yín
Definition
To kick a jianzi (a weighted shuttlecock)
colloquialsportsdaily actions
How it's used
Refers to the traditional game of keeping a weighted shuttlecock in the air using one's feet. While the activity is still recognized, it is less common among younger generations compared to organized sports. It is often associated with nostalgic childhood memories or older adults exercising in public parks.
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jianzi competition
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