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扭扭

niǔniǔ

Description

“扭扭”常常用来说身体一动一动地转来转去,很多时候是小孩子或者小动物的样子。

"扭扭" is often used to describe the body moving and twisting around, often like a child or a small animal.

这个词听起来很可爱,也可以说一个人不太愿意做某件事。

This word sounds cute and can also describe someone who is reluctant to do something.

Meanings

扭扭niǔniǔ

to twist or wiggle the body repeatedly

小狗高兴地扭扭身体。

The puppy happily wiggled its body.

扭扭捏捏niǔniǔniēniē

shy, hesitant, not straightforward

你别扭扭捏捏的,快说吧。

Don't be so hesitant, just say it.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    reduplication of 扭 (to twist), softening the tone and adding a cute or playful feeling.

  • Nuance

    often describes children or animals; 扭扭捏捏 negatively suggests being coy or overly hesitant.

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