jiu2繞绕
Jyutpingjiu2
Yaleyíu
Definition
To detour around obstacles, circle around, or wrap around.
- to detour; to go around an obstacle
- to wind; to coil; to wrap or circle around something
neutraltransportdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the physical act of moving around an object or taking a path that deviates from a straight line. It is frequently used in the context of traffic or navigating obstacles. While it can imply circling, it is distinct from 圍 which emphasizes enclosing or surrounding something.
Examples
The road ahead is blocked, we need to take a detour.
Can you go around that obstacle?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 兜, which is much more common in daily speech for taking a detour or driving around. Using 繞 can sound slightly more formal or technical depending on the context.
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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.
