zek3跡迹
Jyutpingzek3
Yalejek
Definition
Trace, mark, or footprint; a sign left behind that proves an action occurred.
- archaicfootprint
- trace, mark, or vestige left behind by an action
colloquialdaily actionsdescriptions
How it's used
Focus on the physical or metaphorical evidence left behind by an action or presence. While often used in formal compounds like 足跡, in daily speech it frequently appears in contexts involving cleaning or detective work where one looks for evidence of someone having been in a specific place.
Examples
He didn't leave any trace behind when he left.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 漬, which specifically refers to stains or spots on clothing or surfaces. While 跡 can refer to a mark, 漬 is the standard choice for dirt or liquid residue.
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Grammar guides
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