Chinese
hùlán
Meaning: guardrail; protective railing
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

護欄
護
欄
护栏
护
栏

Example sentences

For safety reasons, please do not climb the guardrail.
司機突然昏迷,導致巴士失控撞向了路邊的護欄。
司机突然昏迷,导致巴士失控撞向了路边的护栏。
The driver suddenly lost consciousness, causing the bus to go out of control and crash into the roadside guardrail.
那輛失控的汽車衝撞了路邊的護欄。
那辆失控的汽车冲撞了路边的护栏。
That out-of-control car crashed into the roadside guardrail.
他越過護欄,跳進了院子裡。
他越过护栏,跳进了院子里。
He jumped over the fence and into the yard.

Usage Notes

Refers to a physical barrier installed for protection, such as along roads, balconies, or bridges, to prevent falling or keep people within safe boundaries.

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