挖 | Chinese meaning

挖【wā】

HSK 6

to dig
to excavate
to scoop out

Generated definitions (experimental)

to dig

This meaning is used when referring to the action of breaking up and moving earth or other material, typically with a tool or machine.

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He is digging in the garden.

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I need to dig a hole to plant a tree.

to excavate

This usage refers specifically to the action of removing earth carefully, often for archaeological purposes or construction.

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The archaeologists are excavating an ancient site here.

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They plan to excavate this area in search of artifacts.

to scoop out

This meaning pertains to the action of removing the inner part of something, such as a fruit or container, often using a scooping tool.

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She scooped out the seeds from the pumpkin.

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We need to scoop out the flesh of this fruit first.

Generated collocations (experimental)

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