teoi1 dou2推倒
Jyutpingteoi1 dou2
Yaletēui dóu
Definition
To push over, knock down, or overthrow.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the physical act of causing something upright to fall by applying force. It is commonly used for objects like furniture, toys, or stacks of items. When referring to people, it can imply a more aggressive or forceful shove compared to just pushing someone aside.
Examples
He accidentally pushed over the flower vase.
Why did you push over their building blocks?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this for abstract concepts like pushing back a deadline or rejecting a proposal, as it is strictly for physical displacement of objects or people.
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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.
