Meanings of 绕行
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AI Study Notes for 绕行
绕路 (rào lù) - use 绕行 when emphasizing the act of taking a detour due to obstacles; use 绕路 for a more general sense of taking a longer route.
Be careful not to confuse 绕行 with 直行 (zhí xíng), which means to go straight. This word is used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in travel or navigation discussions. Common collocations include 绕行路线 (detour route) and 绕行方式 (way of detouring).
While 绕行 is not specifically included in the HSK vocabulary, it is useful for learners familiar with verbs and directions. Students at this level should focus on its usage in context, particularly in sentences related to travel and navigation.
Learners often mistakenly use 绕行 when they mean to say 'go straight' (直行). Ensure you are using the correct term depending on whether you are referring to a detour or a direct path.
Pronunciation of 绕行
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Component Characters
How to say detour in Chinese
“detour” in Chinese is绕行
绕行 (rào xíng) means to take a detour or a longer route instead of going directly to a destination. This term is commonly used in navigation contexts, such as when roads are blocked or when one wants to avoid a particular area. It conveys the idea of choosing a longer path for various reasons, including safety or convenience.
When to use 绕行
Be careful not to confuse 绕行 with 直行 (zhí xíng), which means to go straight. This word is used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in travel or navigation discussions. Common collocations include 绕行路线 (detour route) and 绕行方式 (way of detouring).
绕行 or something close to it
绕路 (rào lù) - use 绕行 when emphasizing the act of taking a detour due to obstacles; use 绕路 for a more general sense of taking a longer route.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 绕行 when they mean to say 'go straight' (直行). Ensure you are using the correct term depending on whether you are referring to a detour or a direct path.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 绕行
You can say '我们需要绕行去那里' (We need to take a detour to get there).
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