loanh quanh

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The Vietnamese word "loanh quanh" is a verb that means "to go around" or "to wander around." It describes the action of moving in a circular or back-and-forth manner, often without a specific destination or purpose.

Usage Instructions:

• "Loanh quanh" is typically used to describe physical movement, such as walking or driving around a place.
• It can also be used metaphorically to describe someone who is indecisive or not making clear progress in a task.

Example:

• Physical Movement: "Hôm nay tôi sẽ loanh quanh công viên." (Today I will wander around the park.)
• Metaphorical Usage: "Anh ấy đang loanh quanh trong việc chọn trường." (He is wandering around in choosing a school.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "loanh quanh" can express the idea of being confused or lost in thought, not just in a physical sense. For example: - "Tôi loanh quanh trong ý tưởng của mình." (I am going around in circles with my thoughts.)

Word Variants:

While "loanh quanh" is commonly used, you might also encounter related phrases or words that convey similar meanings: - "Đi lòng vòng" (to go around in circles) - "Quanh quẩn" (to stay around/hover around)

Different Meanings:

• In some contexts, "loanh quanh" can imply a sense of aimlessness or lack of direction, whether in physical movement or in decision-making.

Synonyms:

• "Đi vòng" (to go around)
• "Quanh" (to encircle or move around)

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verb

1. to go around