趆 (dī) - To walk slowly & to stroll

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dī ｜ 12 strokes ｜ radical:

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趆 · dī

To walk slowly;

to stroll;

to saunter.

To walk slowlyto strollto saunter.

Usage highlights

Walk slowlyStroll leisurelySaunter throughSlow walkingLeisurely paceGentle stroll

Synonyms

  • 踱— to stroll, to pace slowly
  • 漫步— to stroll, to ramble
  • 缓行— to walk slowly

Antonyms

  • 奔— to run, to rush
  • 跑— to run
  • 疾走— to walk quickly

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He walked slowly along the path (在路上趆行).
  • The elderly man strolled in the park (老人在公园趆步).
  • They sauntered through the garden (他们在花园里趆游).

Collocations

  • Walk slowly(趆行)
  • Stroll leisurely(趆步)
  • Saunter through(趆游)
  • Slow walking(趆走)
  • Leisurely pace(趆速)
  • Gentle stroll(缓趆)

Idioms

  • Walking slowly with measured steps(安步趆车)
  • Leisurely strolling at a slow pace(缓步趆行)
  • Taking one's time while walking(从容趆步)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • This character depicts a specific type of walking that is calm and unhurried.
  • Often used in classical Chinese literature to describe graceful or contemplative movement.
  • Reflects traditional values of composure and measured action in Chinese culture.

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