掴
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Meaning: to slap
💡 Think of 'guai' as 'go away' – a slap sends someone away.
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Character Story & Explanation
掴 (guāi) means 'to slap' with the hand, specifically a backhanded slap. Composed of 扌 (hand radical) and 国 (country), it evokes the forceful action of a slap across the face. Used in both physical and metaphorical contexts, it reflects Chinese emphasis on physical action and consequence.
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