zuk1 ziu1觸礁触礁

Jyutpingzuk1 ziu1

Yalejūk jīu

動詞

Definition

To strike a reef, or figuratively, to hit a snag or run into unexpected problems.

to strike a reef or a submerged rock, causing damage to a vessel
figurativeto hit a snag; to run into unexpected problems

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How it's used

Metaphorically used to describe projects, relationships, or negotiations that suddenly encounter an obstacle or failure. It carries a sense of being stuck or unable to proceed smoothly after a period of progress. It is frequently used in news headlines or formal discussions to sound more descriptive than simply saying 失敗.

Examples

keoi5佢dei6哋go3個gai3計waak6劃zeoi3最gan6近zuk1觸ziu1礁laa3喇。

Their plan has hit a snag recently.

dim2點gaai2解nei5你dei6哋loeng5兩go3個wui2會zuk1觸ziu1礁㗎？

Why did you two run into trouble?

Common phrases

gam2感cing4情zuk1觸ziu1礁

relationship problems

gai3計waak6劃zuk1觸ziu1礁

plan hits a snag

Common mistake

Do not use this to describe minor inconveniences or small mistakes. It implies a significant disruption that threatens the continuation of the entire endeavor.