faan4 hiu1煩囂烦嚣
Jyutpingfaan4 hiu1
Yalefàahn hīu
Definition
The hustle and bustle of a place; noisy din or clamour.
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How it's used
Used primarily to describe the chaotic, noisy, and overwhelming nature of urban life. It carries a slightly literary or poetic tone, often appearing in travel writing or descriptions of peaceful retreats. It is not used for simple, everyday noises like a loud television or a barking dog.
Examples
It is far from the hustle and bustle here, very comfortable.
How do you escape the hustle and bustle of the city?
Related words
Common phrases
get away from the hustle and bustle
the hustle and bustle of the city
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a specific loud sound, such as a siren or a shout. It refers to the collective, abstract atmosphere of noise and disturbance rather than a single source of sound.
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Grammar guides
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