zim1 buk1占卜
Jyutpingzim1 buk1
Yalejīm būk
Definition
To practice divination or divine; to predict the future using non-scientific and usually non-supernatural methods.
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How it's used
Focuses on the act of seeking guidance or predicting outcomes through methods like tarot cards or fortune sticks. It carries a sense of curiosity or spiritual seeking rather than strictly religious worship. People often use it when discussing recreational or cultural activities involving traditional or modern mystical practices.
Examples
Do you believe in people doing divination for you?
He really likes to go to the temple to practice divination.
Related words
Common phrases
tarot card reading
divination by drawing fortune sticks
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 算命, which specifically refers to fortune telling based on birth data like date and time. 占卜 is a broader term for various methods of divination, whereas 算命 is a more specialized, life-path oriented practice.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
