zeot1 dip2捽碟
Jyutpingzeot1 dip2
Yalejēut díp
Definition
To manipulate a record turntable; to perform turntablism or scratch a record as a DJ.
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How it's used
Originating from the physical act of rubbing or scrubbing a vinyl record back and forth, this term is specifically reserved for the rhythmic manipulation of records by a DJ. It is rarely used outside of the context of hip hop or electronic music culture. While it describes a technical skill, it carries a sense of street credibility and performance flair.
Examples
Do you know how to perform turntablism?
Related words
Common phrases
a master of turntablism
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply playing music or using a digital controller, as the term specifically implies the manual manipulation of a vinyl record to create scratching or rhythmic effects.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
