Chinese

shízìlùkǒu
Meaning: intersection; crossroads
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

十
字
路
口

Example sentences

He is standing at the crossroads of life, not knowing which way to go.
這次交通事故是由於兩輛車在十字路口發生碰撞導致的。
这次交通事故是由于两辆车在十字路口发生碰撞导致的。
This traffic accident was caused by a collision between two cars at the intersection.
交通警察在十字路口疏導交通,以緩解塞車狀況。
交通警察在十字路口疏导交通,以缓解塞车状况。
Traffic police are directing traffic at the intersection to alleviate congestion.
汽車在十字路口拐彎了。
汽车在十字路口拐弯了。
The car turned at the intersection.

Usage Notes

Can refer to a literal intersection of roads or a figurative turning point in life.

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