四周围 (sì zhōu wéi) — all around, on all sides

Definition

Noun phrase meaning 'the area on all sides / all around.' Usually appears as a spatial subject or after a verb of looking (e.g. 看了看四周围), referring to the immediate surroundings rather than a direction.

noun

all aroundon all sides

Examples

四周围，。
sì zhōu wéi Dōu shì shān, fēng jǐng hěn měi.
There are mountains all around, and the scenery is beautiful.
四周围，。
Tā kàn le kàn sì zhōu wéi, méi yǒu fā xiàn rèn hé rén.
He looked all around and didn't find anyone.
四周围，。
sì zhōu wéi Jìng qiāo qiāo de, yí gè rén yě méi yǒu.
It was completely quiet all around, not a single person.

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