jau4 zau2遊走游走
Jyutpingjau4 zau2
Yaleyàuh jáu
Definition
To wander around; to roam or walk to and fro.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the act of moving aimlessly or pacing within a space rather than traveling to a specific destination. It often carries a slightly literary or descriptive tone, making it sound more deliberate than simply walking or strolling. When used for people, it can imply a sense of restlessness or being lost in thought.
Examples
He wanders around the streets all day, I wonder what he wants to do.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 旅遊, which specifically refers to the act of traveling for tourism or leisure. Using 遊走 to describe a vacation sounds unnatural and suggests aimless wandering rather than a planned trip.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
