tong2耥
Jyutpingtong2
Yaletóng
Definition
A traditional wooden farm tool used for leveling soil or weeding paddies.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a traditional agricultural tool used for leveling soil or clearing weeds. It is rarely used in modern urban Hong Kong, as most people would use the loanword 耙 or simply describe the action if they are not familiar with farming terminology. It carries a strong rural or historical connotation.
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baa2把báExamples
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the common verb 攰, which sounds similar but refers to being tired. The character is highly specialized and unlikely to be understood by younger generations in a city context.
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Grammar guides
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