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Definition
Anxious, lost, and hesitant, not knowing what to do.
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How it's used
Describes a specific state of mental instability where someone feels lost, anxious, and unable to make a decision due to uncertainty. It often appears in contexts involving life transitions, such as changing jobs or facing sudden personal crises. Unlike simple worry, it carries a sense of being adrift or lacking a clear direction.
Examples
The path ahead is unclear, and he feels very lost and anxious.
When you encounter difficulties, do you feel perturbed and unsure what to do?
Related words
Common phrases
at one's wit's end
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 迷惘, which focuses more on feeling confused or lacking a sense of purpose in life, whereas 徬徨 emphasizes the anxiety and hesitation caused by a specific, immediate dilemma.
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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.
