Wanders Meaning in English
word · lemma: wander
ˈwɑndɝz
WAHN-derz
wˈɒndəz
WON-duhz
Definition
Moves around without a fixed direction or purpose, usually slowly or aimlessly. Can describe both people and things, like eyes or thoughts.
Usage & Nuances
Usually seen in informal or descriptive contexts. Often used with 'mind', 'eyes', or 'attention' (e.g., 'her mind wanders'). Implies aimlessness, not just traveling. Do not use for organized movement.
Spanish: vaga - deambulaPortuguese (BR): vaga - perambulaPortuguese (PT): vaga - deambulaChinese (Simplified): 徘徊 - 漫游Chinese (Traditional): 徘徊 - 漫遊Hindi: भटकता हैArabic: يتجولBengali: ঘোরে বেড়ায় - ঘোরাফেরা করেRussian: бродит - блуждаетJapanese: さまようVietnamese: lang thang - đi lang thangKorean: 헤매다 - 방황하다Turkish: dolaşır - gezinirUrdu: بھٹکتا ہےIndonesian: berkeliaran - melamun (pikiran)
Example Sentences
He wanders around the park every evening.
basic
Her dog sometimes wanders off when not on a leash.
basic
The child wanders through the store, looking at toys.
basic
My mind always wanders during long meetings.
natural
She just wanders in whenever she feels like it.
natural
His attention wanders if the class gets too boring.
natural