擖 (kā) - To scrape & to scratch

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kā ｜ 15 strokes ｜ radical:

俊梁

擖 · kā

To scrape;

to scratch;

to rub;

to wipe;

to brush against;

to sweep;

to push aside.

To scrapeto scratchto rub

Usage highlights

Scrape offScratch lightlyRub againstWipe cleanBrush pastPush aside branches

Synonyms

  • 刮— to scrape, to scratch
  • 擦— to rub, to wipe
  • 搔— to scratch, to scrape

Antonyms

  • 贴— to stick, to adhere
  • 粘— to glue, to paste

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He scraped the dirt off his shoes (擖掉鞋上的泥土).
  • She scratched the surface lightly (轻轻擖了一下表面).
  • The cat rubbed against my leg (猫擖了我的腿).
  • He wiped the dust from the table (擖去桌上的灰尘).

Collocations

  • Scrape off(擖掉)
  • Scratch lightly(轻擖)
  • Rub against(擖擦)
  • Wipe clean(擖净)
  • Brush past(擖过)
  • Push aside branches(擖开树枝)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • A relatively rare character in modern usage, primarily found in classical texts or specific dialects.
  • Often used in contexts describing gentle physical contact or cleaning actions.
  • May appear in descriptions of traditional crafts or maintenance activities involving scraping or brushing.

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