scratch; mess with; fight; rush to do; earn; resource; solution
Meanings
7 senses · 14 examplesverb
to scratch (an itch)
Commonly used in northern Chinese dialects to relieve itching.
My back is itching terribly; quickly help me scratch it a few times.
I got bitten by a mosquito, but after scratching a couple of times, it stopped itching.
verb
to fiddle with; to mess with things (causing disorder)
informalUsually used when children or pets disturb objects, often in a scolding tone.
Good child, don't go fiddling with things!
The desk was just tidied up, and he messed it up again.
verb
to fight; to scuffle
informalDescribes physical altercations, often impromptu and chaotic.
Those two are fighting again; hurry up and try to stop them!
Is it worth fighting over such a trivial matter?
verb
to rush to do something in a hurried and chaotic manner; to manage/handle
Implies being overwhelmed by tasks and rushing to complete them.
So many people came to eat all at once; the cooks probably can't handle it all!
With so much work, how can I possibly manage it all alone?
verb
to earn; to make (money)
informalInformal way of referring to earning money, often small amounts.
Farmers earn some extra cash through sideline occupations.
He has earned quite a bit of money doing business these past two years.
noun
something usable; a person one can rely on; resource
Often used with the suffix -儿. Refers to resources or people one can depend on.
Everything was lent out, leaving oneself without any resources.
It's best to send a person in charge here, so we have someone to rely on.
noun
way to deal with a situation; solution; method
Often used with the suffix -儿. Refers to having a plan or method to handle problems.
One must consider carefully beforehand, lest there be no solution when a problem arises.
When encountering such matters, he always has a way to handle them.