Meanings of 通行
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AI Study Notes for 通行
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.
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.
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.
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).
Pronunciation of 通行
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Component Characters
How to say to go through in Chinese
“to go through” in Chinese is通行
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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Frequently Asked Questions about 通行
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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