Definition
人来人往 is a fixed four-character phrase (not a classical chengyu) that describes a busy, crowded scene where people are constantly moving in and out — like a busy street, train station, or market. It functions as a predicate or adverbial modifier, often appearing after a location noun to paint a vivid picture of hustle and bustle.
v.p.
bustling with peoplepeople coming and going
Examples
- 人来人往，。Jiē shàng rén lái rén wǎng, fēicháng rènào.The street is bustling with people coming and going, very lively.
- 人来人往，。Huǒchē zhàn rén lái rén wǎng, lǚkè men cōngcōng gǎn lù.The train station is crowded with people coming and going, travelers hurrying along.
- 人来人往，。Zhège shāngchǎng měitiān rén lái rén wǎng, shēngyì hěn hǎo.This mall is bustling with people every day, and business is very good.
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