zau1 wai4 gung3周圍貢周围贡
Jyutpingzau1 wai4 gung3
Yalejāu wàih gung
Definition
To wander around aimlessly; to go all over the place.
colloquialdaily actionspeople
How it's used
Describes aimless or restless movement, often implying that the person is being unproductive or intrusive. It carries a slightly negative or annoyed tone, suggesting the person should be staying in one place instead of drifting about. It is frequently used to describe children or colleagues who are not focusing on their tasks.
Examples
He goes around everywhere all the time, I have no idea what he is doing.
Why are you wandering around everywhere? Go back to your seat.
Related words
Common phrases
wandering around everywhere all day
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the standard verb for walking or traveling, as it specifically emphasizes the lack of purpose or the annoyance caused to others by the movement.
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