haang4 dung1 haang4 sai1行東行西行东行西
Jyutpinghaang4 dung1 haang4 sai1
Yalehàahng dūng hàahng sāi
Definition
To walk around aimlessly or wander here and there.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
This phrase describes aimless or restless movement rather than purposeful travel. It often implies that the person is being a nuisance or is unable to settle down in one place. It is frequently used to describe someone who is pacing or wandering about when they should be stationary.
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe traveling or commuting, as it specifically carries the connotation of aimlessness or lack of focus. It is not a literal description of walking in the eastern and western directions.
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