转弯磨角 — “To take a circuitous or roundabout route”
转弯磨角 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to take a circuitous or roundabout route”. To beat around the bush (figuratively). Literally, “turn bends and rub corners”.
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转弯磨角 Pronunciation and Pinyin
转弯磨角 Character Breakdown
Stroke OrderExample Sentence with 转弯磨角
这条山路转弯磨角，开车时需要格外小心。
This mountain road takes many twists and turns, so extra caution is needed when driving.
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What does 转弯磨角 mean?
转弯磨角 (zhuǎn wān mó jiǎo) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to take a circuitous or roundabout route”.
How do you pronounce 转弯磨角?
转弯磨角 is pronounced zhuǎn wān mó jiǎo in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 转弯磨角 literally mean?
Literally, 转弯磨角 means “turn bends and rub corners”. It is used to mean “to take a circuitous or roundabout route”.
What is the Chinese definition of 转弯磨角?
指沿着曲折的道路走。