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通行 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
通行tōngxíngto go throughHSK 5, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #11211, Hard
通行tōngxínga passage throughHSK 5, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #11211, Hard
通行tōngxíngin general useHSK 5, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #11211, Hard
通行tōngxínga pass or laissez-passerHSK 5, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #11211, Hard
通行tōngxínga license (to a computer account)HSK 5, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #11211, Hard
tōngxíng(tong1xing2)tong xing T1
  1. 1to go through
  2. 2a passage through
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March 24, 2026

通行tōngxíng(tong1xing2)

通行 (tōngxíng) means to go through or pass, often referring to the movement through a space or the permission to use a particular route. It can also imply general usage or acceptance, such as in the context of licenses or permissions.

Strokes16Frequency#11211DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese cities,通行 is often seen in traffic signs indicating passageways or regulations for vehicles and pedestrians, reflecting the importance of organized movement in urban planning.

Memory Tip

Think of 通 (tōng) as 'through' and 行 (xíng) as 'to walk' or 'to move.' Imagine walking through a doorway that is open, representing the concept of passage and the ease of movement that通行 signifies.

Meanings of 通行

tōngxíng(tong1xing2)
1to go through
2a passage through
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通行Simplified
16Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L5IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 通行

Quick Contrast

通行 (tōngxíng) vs 通过 (tōngguò): use 通行 when referring specifically to the act of passing through a space or route, while 通过 emphasizes the completion of a process or passage.

Usage Notes

通行 is generally used in both formal and informal contexts but is more common in formal settings when referring to permissions or regulations. Be careful not to confuse it with 行通 (xíngtōng), which has a different meaning related to traffic flow. Ensure correct tone to avoid misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

While 通行 is not included in HSK lists, it connects with basic verbs like 行 (xíng, to go) and 通 (tōng, to connect). Focus on using it in sentences related to travel or permissions to reinforce its meaning.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 通行 with 行通, which implies 'traffic flow' rather than 'to go through.' Make sure to use 通行 when discussing permissions or passages, as in '我有通行证' (I have a pass).

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Component Characters

通tōngto go through
HSK 410 strokes辶
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行xíngto walk
HSK 36 strokes行
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How to say to go through in Chinese

“to go through” in Chinese is通行tōngxíng

通行 (tōngxíng) means to go through or pass, often referring to the movement through a space or the permission to use a particular route. It can also imply general usage or acceptance, such as in the context of licenses or permissions.

When to use 通行

通行 is generally used in both formal and informal contexts but is more common in formal settings when referring to permissions or regulations. Be careful not to confuse it with 行通 (xíngtōng), which has a different meaning related to traffic flow. Ensure correct tone to avoid misunderstandings.

通行 or something close to it

通行 (tōngxíng) vs 通过 (tōngguò): use 通行 when referring specifically to the act of passing through a space or route, while 通过 emphasizes the completion of a process or passage.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 通行 with 行通, which implies 'traffic flow' rather than 'to go through.' Make sure to use 通行 when discussing permissions or passages, as in '我有通行证' (I have a pass).

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In a legal context, 通行 refers to the permission or license to move through a specific area, often related to transportation or access rights.

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