zhuā'ěr​náo​sāi

to scratch one's head

Senses

抓耳挠腮/ 抓耳撓腮 zhuā'ěr​náo​sāi to scratch one's head

To scratch one's ears and cheeks as a sign of being anxious, agitated, or at a loss for what to do

抓耳挠腮/ 抓耳撓腮 zhuā'ěr​náo​sāi to be beside oneself with joy

To scratch one's head and face as an expression of extreme delight or excitement.

抓耳挠腮/ 抓耳撓腮 zhuā'ěr​náo​sāi anguished

To be distraught or depressed, often appearing harried and helpless

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