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交汇 (jiāohuì) - use 交叉 when emphasizing the act of crossing or intersecting, while 交汇 focuses more on the convergence or coming together of elements.
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing '交叉' to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words. This term is typically used in both formal and informal contexts, but it is more commonly found in academic or technical discussions. Common collocations include '交叉口' (intersection) and '交叉分析' (cross-analysis).
As an HSK Level 6 word, '交叉' can be connected to other words related to movement and relationships, such as '交往' (jiāowǎng - to associate) and '交替' (jiāotì - to alternate). Students should focus on understanding its usage in both physical and abstract contexts.
Learners often confuse '交叉' with '交替' (to alternate), leading to incorrect usages like saying '交叉' when they mean to describe a rotation or alternation. Be sure to use '交叉' specifically for intersecting scenarios.
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How to say to cross in Chinese
“to cross” in Chinese is交叉
The term '交叉' (jiāo chā) refers to the action of crossing, intersecting, or overlapping. It is commonly used in contexts such as geometry, road intersections, and discussions about relationships or ideas that overlap. The nuance often implies a physical or conceptual mingling of distinct entities.
When to use 交叉
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing '交叉' to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words. This term is typically used in both formal and informal contexts, but it is more commonly found in academic or technical discussions. Common collocations include '交叉口' (intersection) and '交叉分析' (cross-analysis).
交叉 or something close to it
交汇 (jiāohuì) - use 交叉 when emphasizing the act of crossing or intersecting, while 交汇 focuses more on the convergence or coming together of elements.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse '交叉' with '交替' (to alternate), leading to incorrect usages like saying '交叉' when they mean to describe a rotation or alternation. Be sure to use '交叉' specifically for intersecting scenarios.
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Grammar Patterns of 交叉
交叉 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 3 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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这两个圆将在两处____。
The circles will intersect in two places.
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Cultural Notes for 交叉
In Western contexts, intersections are typically straightforward traffic points, while in Chinese culture, they can represent complex social interactions or networking opportunities where different paths and ideas converge.
Frequently Asked Questions about 交叉
Common phrases include '交叉口' (intersection) and '交叉分析' (cross-analysis) which are used in both everyday and academic discussions.
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