tit3 tung1鐵通铁通
Jyutpingtit3 tung1
Yaletit tūng
Definition
An iron pipe or hollow metal tube, often referring to one small enough in diameter to be held as a weapon.
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How it's used
This term is frequently used in the context of street fights or improvised weapons in Hong Kong action movies. It specifically refers to a rigid, cylindrical metal object, distinguishing it from general pipes or tubes which might be made of plastic or rubber. When used to describe construction materials, it often implies a smaller diameter that can be gripped by a person.
Measure word
tiu4條tìuhExamples
He is holding an iron pipe in his hand.
Related words
Common phrases
holding an iron pipe
hitting someone with an iron pipe
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 喉管, which is a more generic term for pipes used in plumbing or drainage that are often made of PVC or other non-metal materials.
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