路段 (lùduàn) refers to a section or segment of a road. It is commonly used when discussing traffic conditions, road construction, or navigation, indicating a specific part of a larger route. Understanding this term is essential for conversations about travel and transportation in urban areas.
HSK 7, rank #23790, Hard
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March 24, 2026
路段()lùduàn(lu4duan4)
路段 (lùduàn) refers to a section or segment of a road. It is commonly used when discussing traffic conditions, road construction, or navigation, indicating a specific part of a larger route. Understanding this term is essential for conversations about travel and transportation in urban areas.
Frequency#23790DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese cities, understanding road segments is crucial for navigating the often complex traffic systems, especially in densely populated areas. The concept of a road segment is tied to urban planning and infrastructure development in modern China.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'road' (路) that is divided into 'sections' (段). Visualize a traveler standing at a crossroads, pondering which segment of the road to take. The sound 'lù' in 'lùduàn' can remind you of 'look,' as in looking for the right road section!
About 路段
路段Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
路段 (lùduàn) vs 路线 (lùxiàn) — use 路段 for a specific section of a road, while 路线 refers to a complete route or path.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'road' (路) that is divided into 'sections' (段). Visualize a traveler standing at a crossroads, pondering which segment of the road to take. The sound 'lù' in 'lùduàn' can remind you of 'look,' as in looking for the right road section!
Usage Notes
This term is often used in formal contexts, such as traffic reports or urban planning discussions. A common mistake is to confuse 路段 with other terms like 路口 (intersection) or 路线 (route), which refer to different aspects of roads. Pay attention to the tone, as a mispronunciation can lead to confusion with similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
路段 is relevant for HSK 4 and above, as it connects to vocabulary related to transportation and urban life. Students should focus on related terms like 路 (road) and 段 (section) to build a more comprehensive understanding of transport vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese cities, understanding road segments is crucial for navigating the often complex traffic systems, especially in densely populated areas. The concept of a road segment is tied to urban planning and infrastructure development in modern China.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 路段 with 行段 (a less common term). The correct term for a road section is 路段, not 行段. Additionally, some may mistakenly use it to refer to a complete road instead of a segment.
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Cultural Notes for 路段
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In Chinese cities, understanding road segments is crucial for navigating the often complex traffic systems, especially in densely populated areas. The concept of a road segment is tied to urban planning and infrastructure development in modern China.
Frequently Asked Questions about 路段
You can say, '这个路段的交通很拥堵' (This section of the road has heavy traffic).
Yes, it's commonly used when discussing travel routes or road conditions.
路段 refers to a road segment, while 路口 means intersection.
