wander across
[/ˈwɑndər əˈkrɔs/]
verb phrase
vagar por; caminhar vagamente por; perambular por
1. to walk or move aimlessly or without a fixed course across a place or area
She wandered across the field, enjoying the fresh air.
Ela vagou pelo campo, apreciando o ar fresco.
2. to traverse or cross an area in a slow, leisurely manner without specific purpose
The tourists wandered across the old city streets.
Os turistas perambularam pelas ruas antigas da cidade.
3. to move from place to place within an area in a directionless manner
He wandered across the desert for days.
Ele vagou pelo deserto durante dias.
In both American and Brazilian cultures, 'wandering' is often romanticized as a form of exploration or meditation. In Brazil, 'vagar' carries a more carefree, leisurely connotation, while in the US, wandering can suggest both relaxation and sometimes being lost. The phrase is commonly used in travel contexts and literature.
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