坐立不安

การออกเสียง: zuò lì bù ān ความหมายตามตัวอักษร: Cannot sit or stand peacefully

ต้นกำเนิดและการใช้งาน

This idiom describes the physical manifestation of anxiety where one can neither sit (坐) nor stand (立) comfortably, finding no peace (不安) in any position. The phrase captures the restless energy of worry that prevents physical stillness. It appears in classical Chinese literature describing characters in suspense or distress. The emphasis on bodily experience reflects traditional Chinese understanding of the mind-body connection. Modern usage describes anxiety, nervousness, or impatience that manifests in physical restlessness.

ตัวอย่าง

ภาษาอังกฤษ: "Waiting for the exam results made her extremely restless."

ภาษาจีน: 等待考试结果让她坐立不安。