流浪

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"流浪" primarily means to wander or drift without a fixed place, often implying a lack of stability or home. It can describe people, animals, or even metaphorical drifting in life.

Common Contexts

It is frequently used to describe homeless people or stray animals, such as "流浪" (homeless person) or "流浪" (stray cat). It can also describe a lifestyle of wandering, especially in youth or during difficult times.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 流浪: homeless person, used to describe someone without a permanent residence.
  • 流浪/: stray cat/dog, animals without owners.
  • 流浪: to wander abroad, often for experience or escape.

Nuances

Using "流浪" often conveys a sense of hardship or instability, but can also imply freedom or adventure depending on context. It is more serious and less casual than simply "" (to walk around).

Common Confusion

Do not confuse "流浪" with "" (travel) which implies planned movement and purpose. "流浪" suggests aimlessness or forced wandering.

Example Sentences

He started drifting around the city because he lost his job.

The stray cat is looking for food on the street corner.

When he was young, he wandered abroad to experience different cultures.