手足无措 meaning in English
have no idea [not to know] what to do with one's hands and feet; at a loss what to do; be bewildered; confused; discomposed; disconcerted; feel completely at a loss; in discomfiture; perplexed
Examples
- The job had overwhelmed him a little .
这件任务使他有点手足无措。 - He was too intent, while too uncertain .
他太热切了,反倒变得手足无措了。 - For moments nim sat helpless, numb .
有一会儿尼姆坐在那里,手足无措,头脑麻木。 - I wish to dazzle-to bewilder-to inflame her senses .
我要让她感到眼花缭乱,手足无措。 - I am all at sea ; i have no idea how to repair cars .
我手足无措,不知道怎样修理汽车。