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敲打
qiāodǎ
Description
“敲打”就是用手或东西打某个地方，让它发出声音。
"敲打" means to hit a place with your hand or an object to make a sound.
比如你敲打桌子、敲打门，都可以用这个词。
For example, you can use "敲打" when you hit a table or knock on a door.
Meanings
敲打qiāodǎ
to knock, beat, or tap on something
他用手指轻轻敲打桌子。
He gently tapped the table with his finger.
敲打qiāodǎ
to needle or admonish someone with words
老板说话是在敲打我们。
The boss's words were a reprimand to us.
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Notes
- Etymology
敲 (to knock) + 打 (to hit), a synonym compound.
- Nuance
literal sense is physical tapping; figurative sense means to subtly criticize or warn.
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