Chinese
kāitōng
Meaning: to open (a route, service); to put into operation
Part of Speech: Verb

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Handwriting

開通
開
通
开通
开
通

Example sentences

The new subway line will open next month.
城際鐵路的開通縮短了城市間的距離。
城际铁路的开通缩短了城市间的距离。
The opening of the intercity railway shortened the distance between cities.

Usage Notes

Used for opening roads, tunnels, communication lines, or services.

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