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出口 (chūkǒu) - use 入口 for a point of entry, while 出口 refers specifically to an exit.
Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 入口; the first character '入' is pronounced with a falling tone, while '口' has a rising tone. Common collocations include '入口处' (entrance area) and '进口' (import). Avoid confusing 入口 with '出口' (exit), which refers to the opposite.
As an HSK Level 4 word, 入口 connects well with other location-based vocabulary, such as '入口处' (entrance area) and '出口' (exit). Focus on practicing its usage in sentences to enhance spatial understanding.
Learners often mix up 入口 with 出口 due to their similar pronunciations. For example, saying '我在出口' (I'm at the exit) when they mean '入口' is incorrect; the correct phrase would be '我在入口' (I'm at the entrance).
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How to say entrance in Chinese
“entrance” in Chinese is入口
入口 (rùkǒu) refers to an entrance or a point of entry. It can be used in both physical contexts, such as the doorway of a building, and abstract contexts, like the entry point for importing goods. The term is commonly used in navigation, logistics, and discussing access points.
When to use 入口
Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 入口; the first character '入' is pronounced with a falling tone, while '口' has a rising tone. Common collocations include '入口处' (entrance area) and '进口' (import). Avoid confusing 入口 with '出口' (exit), which refers to the opposite.
入口 or something close to it
出口 (chūkǒu) - use 入口 for a point of entry, while 出口 refers specifically to an exit.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mix up 入口 with 出口 due to their similar pronunciations. For example, saying '我在出口' (I'm at the exit) when they mean '入口' is incorrect; the correct phrase would be '我在入口' (I'm at the entrance).
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Grammar Patterns of 入口
入口 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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有人在____处散发传单。
There were people at the entrance giving out leaflets.
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You can say, '这个商店的入口在左边。' (The entrance of this store is on the left.)
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