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撈
lāo
Description
“撈”是一个动词，意思是从水里或别的液体里把东西拿出来。
"撈" is a verb meaning to take something out of water or another liquid.
它也可以表示用不正当的方法得到钱或好处。
It can also mean obtaining money or benefits by improper means.
Meanings
撈lāo
to scoop or fish something out of liquid
他从水里撈出一条小鱼。
He scooped a small fish out of the water.
撈lāo
to gain money or benefits (often improperly)
他想在这件事上撈一点好处。
He wants to gain some benefit from this matter.
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Notes
- Etymology
扌 (hand radical) shows the meaning of using hands to scoop or pull out.
- Nuance
the 'gain benefits' sense often carries a negative, informal tone.
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