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绕圈子
rào quānzi
Description
“绕圈子”本来的意思是走来走去，不走直路，一直转圈。
The original meaning of "绕圈子" is to walk back and forth, not taking a straight path, but going around in circles.
现在人们常用它来说一个人说话不直接，不马上说重点。
Nowadays, people often use it to describe someone who doesn't speak directly or get to the point immediately.
Meanings
绕圈子rào quānzi
to talk in a roundabout way; beat around the bush
你别绕圈子了，直接说吧。
Don't beat around the bush, just say it directly.
绕圈子rào quānzi
to walk around in circles; take a roundabout route
我们在城里绕圈子，找了很久才找到。
We wandered around the city and finally found it after a long search.
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Notes
- Etymology
绕 (go around) + 圈子 (circle), literally 'to go around in circles'.
- Nuance
sense 1 is the most common, criticizing indirect or evasive speech.
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