Definition
兜风 is a colloquial verb-object compound (离合词) meaning to go for a leisurely drive or ride — in a car, on a bike, or even on a boat — simply to enjoy the wind and scenery. It is separable: you can insert measure words or durations between 兜 and 风, like 兜了一次风 ('went for a spin once'). Avoid using it for commuting or errands; it implies pleasure, not necessity.
v.o.
to go for a drive/ride (for leisure, to enjoy the breeze)
Examples
- 兜风。Wǒmen míngtiān yìqǐ qù dōu fēng ba.Let's go for a drive together tomorrow.
- 。Wǒ jīntiān xiàwǔ dōu le yí cì fēng.I went for a spin this afternoon.
- 兜风。Tā xǐhuan wǎnshang kāichē dōu fēng.He likes to go for a drive at night.
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