zaa3 daan2炸彈炸弹
Jyutpingzaa3 daan2
Yaleja dáan
Definition
A bomb; an explosive weapon designed to cause damage or casualties.
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How it's used
Used metaphorically to describe situations or people that are volatile and likely to cause trouble suddenly. It frequently appears in news reports regarding public safety or political tension. When referring to a person, it implies someone who is prone to sudden outbursts of anger.
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The police found a suspicious bomb at the scene.
Will this bomb explode at any moment?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe fireworks or firecrackers, which are referred to as 炮仗 or 煙花. It is strictly reserved for explosive devices intended for destruction.
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Grammar guides
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