loeng5 tau4 tang4兩頭騰两头腾
Jyutpingloeng5 tau4 tang4
Yaleléuhng tàuh tàhng
Definition
To rush or scurry around frantically from one place to another.
colloquialdaily actionswork
How it's used
This expression vividly describes the physical and mental state of being scattered across multiple locations or tasks. It implies a sense of frantic movement, often caused by juggling conflicting responsibilities like work and family. The imagery evokes someone literally running between two ends of a spectrum or location.
Examples
He has been rushing around so much lately that he doesn't even have time to eat.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being busy, which is 忙. 兩頭騰 specifically emphasizes the movement and the lack of focus caused by having to be in multiple places at once.
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