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Expressing 'everywhere' or 'all around' with 四处 (sìchù)
Direction & Movement
Location & Position
Structure
Subject + 四处 + Verb
Explanation
The adverb 四处 (sìchù) means "everywhere," "all around," or "in all directions." It emphasizes searching, moving, or looking in many different places. Place 四处 before the verb to indicate that the action is happening in multiple locations or directions.
Examples
他四处找工作，可是一直没找到合适的。
tā sìchù zhǎo gōngzuò, kěshì yīzhí méi zhǎodào héshì de.
He looked everywhere for a job, but couldn't find a suitable one.
孩子们在公园里四处奔跑，玩得很开心。
háizimen zài gōngyuán lǐ sìchù bēnpǎo, wán de hěn kāixīn.
The children ran around the park, having a great time.
她四处打听，终于找到了那家老店。
tā sìchù dǎting, zhōngyú zhǎodào le nà jiā lǎo diàn.
She asked around everywhere and finally found that old shop.