hang4 sik1 cung1 cung1行色匆匆
Jyutpinghang4 sik1 cung1 cung1
Yalehàhng sīk chūng chūng
Definition
To look or be in a great hurry while traveling or walking.
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How it's used
This idiom describes the specific visual impression of someone who is moving quickly with a preoccupied or anxious demeanor. It is often used to describe people in busy urban environments like MTR stations or office districts. Unlike simply saying someone is fast, it implies a sense of urgency or a pressing mission that occupies their mind.
Examples
He is always in such a rush, as if he has so much to do.
Why are you in such a hurry today? Are you running out of time?
Related words
Common phrases
to leave in a great hurry
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