zuk6濁浊
Jyutpingzuk6
Yalejuhk
Definition
Turbid, muddy, or opaque, containing impurities.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the lack of clarity or transparency in liquids rather than general filth. While it can describe water, it is also frequently used to describe other liquids like soup or tea that have become cloudy due to sediment or improper preparation.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 污糟, which is a general term for dirty or unhygienic. 濁 specifically refers to the visual state of being cloudy or turbid, whereas 污糟 refers to the presence of dirt or germs.
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