waak6劃
Jyutpingwaak6
Yalewaahk
Definition
To divide; to partition; to split a thing into two or more parts.
neutraldaily actions
How it's used
Beyond the literal sense of drawing a line, this verb is frequently used in administrative or spatial contexts to denote partitioning or zoning. It carries a sense of deliberate separation or marking out boundaries. When referring to drawing a line on paper, it is often interchangeable with 畫, but 劃 specifically emphasizes the act of creating a division or a boundary.
Examples
Help me draw a line to divide it into two sides.
This area has been designated as a lounge.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 畫, which is primarily used for drawing pictures or artistic creation. While 劃 can also mean to draw a line, it is specifically tied to the concept of dividing or marking a boundary.
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