quán suō

be crouched

The Chinese term '蜷缩' is used to describe the position of being curled up or hunched over, often to occupy less space or to feel more secure. It can refer to the way animals, like cats or dogs, may curl up when resting or the way a person might crouch down for various reasons, such as hiding or observing something closely. It conveys a sense of compactness and often warmth or protection.