擈 (pū) - To tap & to pat

擈Tone 1

pū ｜ 16 strokes ｜ radical:

柠七

擈 · pū

To tap;

to pat;

to strike lightly;

to clap;

to beat (a drum).

To tapto patto strike lightly

Usage highlights

Clap handsTap tableBeat drumPat dustLightly strikeRhythmic tapping

Synonyms

  • 拍— to pat; to clap; to tap
  • 敲— to knock; to strike
  • 击— to hit; to strike

Antonyms

  • 抚— to stroke; to caress gently
  • 摸— to touch softly; to feel

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He gently tapped the table (擈桌子).
  • The audience clapped rhythmically (有节奏地擈手).
  • She patted the dust off her clothes (擈掉衣服上的灰尘).
  • The drummer beat the drum lightly (鼓手轻轻擈鼓).

Collocations

  • Clap hands(擈手)
  • Tap table(擈桌子)
  • Beat drum(擈鼓)
  • Pat dust(擈灰尘)
  • Lightly strike(轻轻擈)
  • Rhythmic tapping(有节奏地擈)

Idioms

  • Clap hands and stamp feet(擈手跺脚)
  • Beat the drum to advance(擈鼓前进)
  • Pat the case and sigh(擈案叹息)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Often used in contexts involving rhythmic motion or light percussion.
  • Associated with musical performance, particularly drumming traditions.
  • Can indicate approval or rhythm-keeping in group activities.

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