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Thai

แงะ

Pronunciation

ŋɛ́

แงะ

ŋɛ́

pry open

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  1. 1 pry open、pry out

Describes inserting a tool or finger into a gap and applying force to pry something open or loose.

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pry open、pry out

Verb⭐️3 Common

To apply leverage through a gap in order to open something or work a tightly fitted object loose.

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Learning notes

Explanation

The core image of แงะ is inserting a finger or tool into a gap and using leverage. It is used for something that is tightly closed, stuck, or firmly fitted—not for ordinary opening. With ออก, แงะออก means to pry something off or out. With ขึ้น, แงะขึ้น means to pry something upward. The verb is also common when describing a door, drawer, or similar object being forced open.

Usage

Used when prying off a tight lid, forcing open a drawer or door, or loosening a fitted part by applying leverage through a gap.

Caution

Do not use แงะ for opening a door, book, or container normally; use เปิด instead. For picking material out of a small hole or recess, แคะ is usually more appropriate.

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