Definition
流连忘返 is a four-character idiom (成语) meaning to be so captivated by a place, activity, or experience that you forget to leave. It often describes scenic spots, pleasant environments, or engaging entertainment. You can use it as a verb phrase, typically preceded by 让人 / 使人 / 令人 to express 'make someone linger and forget to return'.
v
to linger so long that one forgets to leave (idiom)to be completely absorbed in a pleasant experience
Examples
- 。Guìlín de shānshuǐ ràng rén liú lián wàng fǎn.The landscape of Guilin makes people linger and forget to leave.
- 流连忘返，。Tā zài yīnyuètīng lǐ liú lián wàng fǎn, chàdiǎn cuòguò le zuìhòu yì bān chē.He lingered in the concert hall, almost missing the last bus.
- ，流连忘返。Zhè jiā shūdiàn huánjìng yōuyǎ, měi cì lái dōu ràng wǒ liú lián wàng fǎn.This bookstore has an elegant atmosphere; every time I come it makes me linger and forget to leave.
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