How to Say ‘To make a save; to block’ in Simplified Chinese
扑到
pū dào
[poo dao]
💬 Usage Tip: [扑到] literally suggests diving or pouncing onto something. In football, it often means a keeper reaches and saves the ball.
🇨🇳 In China: This verb feels dynamic and visual, which is why Chinese football talk uses it a lot for dramatic goalkeeper moments.
Phrase Breakdown
扑到
pū dào
[poo dao]
to dive and reach; to lunge onto
A verb meaning to throw oneself toward something and make contact, often used for a goalkeeper diving to the ball.
门将差一点就扑到这个球了。
The goalkeeper almost managed to dive and reach the ball.
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