ning6 zyun3 san1擰轉身拧转身
Jyutpingning6 zyun3 san1
Yalenihng jyun sān
Definition
To turn around or spin one's body to face a different direction.
colloquialdaily actionsbody
How it's used
This phrase is the standard way to describe physically rotating one's body to face a different direction. It is specifically used for turning the torso or body rather than just the head, which would be 擰頭. It is highly versatile and fits into almost any context where a change in orientation is required.
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Common phrases
to turn around and walk away
to turn around to look
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 轉身, which is more abstract and often refers to a change in life situation or career. While 轉身 can also mean a physical turn, 擰轉身 is exclusively used for the physical act of turning around.
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