zau2 din6走電走电
Jyutpingzau2 din6
Yalejáu dihn
Definition
To have an electrical leak; to leak electricity.
colloquialhometechnology
How it's used
Describes a dangerous situation where current escapes from a circuit or appliance, often resulting in a mild electric shock upon contact. It is commonly used in casual, everyday warnings about faulty household electronics. Unlike formal technical terms, this conveys an immediate sense of hazard that prompts someone to stop using the device.
Examples
This air conditioner seems to be leaking electricity, it gives me a shock when I touch it.
Your socket is leaking electricity, hurry up and find a technician to fix it.
Related words
Common phrases
danger of electrical leakage
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the slang usage of 走電 in some contexts referring to a battery losing charge, as the primary meaning in Hong Kong is specifically about dangerous electrical leakage.
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