bèi qì
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  • v.stop breathing temporarily; apnoea

Word usage

  • "背" and "气" can be combined as one word, or be used separately with other elements inserted.
    • 差点儿

      He nearly choked with rage.

    • 差点气儿

      He nearly choked with laughter.

    • 气儿

      He stops breathing temporarily, could you please handle his cases?