zhǐ​shǒu​huà​jiǎo HSK7

to gesticulate while talking

Senses

指手画脚/ 指手畫腳 zhǐ​shǒu​huà​jiǎo to gesticulate while talking

To use hand and foot gestures to emphasize a point while speaking, often showing excitement or animation.

指手画脚/ 指手畫腳 zhǐ​shǒu​huà​jiǎo to make indiscreet remarks

To criticize or give orders in a light, irresponsible, or bossy manner.

References

variant 指手画脚/指手畫腳 指手划脚/指手劃腳
see 指画/指畫 指手画脚/指手畫腳
synonym 比手画脚/比手畫腳 指手画脚/指手畫腳
variant 指手划脚/指手劃腳 指手画脚/指手畫腳