zyun2轉转
Jyutpingzyun2
Yalejyún
Definition
To turn, rotate, spin, or to walk around a place in circles.
- to turn, spin, or rotate
- to walk around a place in circles
colloquialdaily actionstransport
How it's used
Beyond the literal sense of rotation, this word is frequently used to describe changing direction or switching to a different state. It often appears in the reduplicated form 轉嚟轉去 to emphasize aimless movement or indecision. When talking about changing transport, it is the standard verb used for transferring lines or vehicles.
Examples
You will see the shop once you turn the corner.
He is spinning around and around, I don't know what he is doing.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 換, which means to exchange or replace. While 轉 implies a change in direction or a shift in focus, 換 is specifically for swapping one item for another.
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