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March 24, 2026
走路()zǒulù(zou3lu4)
走路 (zǒulù) means 'to walk' or 'to go on foot.' It is commonly used in everyday conversation when discussing modes of transportation or activities involving walking. The phrase can also imply a casual or leisurely pace.
Frequency#2953DifficultyEasy
Cultural Note
Walking is a common activity in Chinese cities, where many people prefer to walk short distances instead of driving, especially in crowded urban areas. The concept of 走路 reflects a culture that values community interaction and physical activity.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person taking a stroll, with their feet (走) moving along a path (路). The character 走 looks like a person walking, and 路 resembles a road. Picture them saying 'I am walking' while taking a leisurely lap around a park.
Meanings of 走路
zǒulù(zou3lu4)
1to walk
2to go on foot
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走路Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L2ElementaryTOCFLL1HSKKL1CEFRA1
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Quick Contrast
走 (zǒu) vs 行 (xíng) — use 走 for walking specifically on foot, while 行 can refer to moving in general, including other forms of transportation.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person taking a stroll, with their feet (走) moving along a path (路). The character 走 looks like a person walking, and 路 resembles a road. Picture them saying 'I am walking' while taking a leisurely lap around a park.
Usage Notes
Be cautious about the context in which you use 走路; it is informal and typically used in casual settings. Avoid using it in overly formal speech. A common collocation is 走路上 (zǒulù shàng), meaning 'on foot.'
HSK Study Tips
Though not explicitly listed in HSK levels, 走路 is fundamental for early learners as it combines two basic characters. Students should focus on pronunciation and usage in sentences, connecting it with other transportation-related vocabulary.
Cultural Note
Walking is a common activity in Chinese cities, where many people prefer to walk short distances instead of driving, especially in crowded urban areas. The concept of 走路 reflects a culture that values community interaction and physical activity.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 走路 with other forms of transportation. For example, saying '我走路车' (Wǒ zǒulù chē) is incorrect; it should be '我坐车' (Wǒ zuò chē), meaning 'I take a bus/car.'
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Cultural Notes for 走路
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Walking is a common activity in Chinese cities, where many people prefer to walk short distances instead of driving, especially in crowded urban areas. The concept of 走路 reflects a culture that values community interaction and physical activity.
Frequently Asked Questions about 走路
You can say: '我每天走路上班' (Wǒ měitiān zǒulù shàngbān), meaning 'I walk to work every day.'
走 (zǒu) means 'to go' or 'to walk' in a more general sense, while 走路 specifically refers to the act of walking on foot.
While 走路 can technically refer to any walking, it is typically used for shorter distances. For longer journeys, you might want to specify that you are walking a long distance.
