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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
立交桥lìjiāoqiáooverpassHSK 7, n, 21 strokes, rank #31299, Very Hard
立交桥lìjiāoqiáoflyoverHSK 7, n, 21 strokes, rank #31299, Very Hard
lìjiāoqiáo(li4jiao1qiao2)li jiao qiao T4
  1. 1overpass
  2. 2flyover
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March 24, 2026

立交桥(立交橋)lìjiāoqiáo(li4jiao1qiao2)

立交桥 refers to a type of bridge that allows roads to cross over one another without intersecting at the same level. This structure is commonly found in urban areas to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion. It connects various routes and is essential for efficient transportation systems.

Strokes21Frequency#31299DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

The development of 立交桥 in China symbolizes the rapid urbanization and modernization of cities, reflecting the country's focus on improving transportation infrastructure to support economic growth.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'standing' (立) bridge (桥) where cars can 'cross' (交) above each other without stopping. Visualize a busy city where vehicles fly over one another seamlessly, like a dance in the sky.

Meanings of 立交桥

lìjiāoqiáo(li4jiao1qiao2)
1overpass
2flyover
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About 立交桥

立交桥Simplified
立交橋Traditional
21Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#31299Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Quick Contrast

高架桥 (gāojiàqiáo) refers to an elevated bridge structure, while 立交桥 specifically denotes a grade-separated interchange where roads cross without intersecting at the same level.

Usage Notes

In everyday conversation, 立交桥 is often used in discussions about city infrastructure or traffic conditions. Be careful not to confuse it with simpler terms for 'bridge' (桥) or 'intersection' (交叉口). It's more formal, so in casual settings, you might just say 桥.

HSK Study Tips

As a level 6 word, 立交桥 connects to other transportation-related vocabulary, such as 道路 (road) and 交通 (traffic). Students should focus on the different contexts in which this term is used, particularly in discussions about urban planning or travel.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 立交桥 with just 桥, thinking they mean the same thing. Remember that 立交桥 specifically refers to overpasses, while 桥 is a general term for any bridge.

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Component Characters

立lìto stand
HSK 65 strokes立
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交jiāoto hand over
HSK 46 strokes亠
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桥qiáobridge
HSK 410 strokes木
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How to say overpass in Chinese

“overpass” in Chinese is立交桥lìjiāoqiáo

立交桥 refers to a type of bridge that allows roads to cross over one another without intersecting at the same level. This structure is commonly found in urban areas to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion. It connects various routes and is essential for efficient transportation systems.

When to use 立交桥

In everyday conversation, 立交桥 is often used in discussions about city infrastructure or traffic conditions. Be careful not to confuse it with simpler terms for 'bridge' (桥) or 'intersection' (交叉口). It's more formal, so in casual settings, you might just say 桥.

立交桥 or something close to it

高架桥 (gāojiàqiáo) refers to an elevated bridge structure, while 立交桥 specifically denotes a grade-separated interchange where roads cross without intersecting at the same level.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 立交桥 with just 桥, thinking they mean the same thing. Remember that 立交桥 specifically refers to overpasses, while 桥 is a general term for any bridge.

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It is pronounced as 'li4 jiao1 qiao2', with the tones being important for clarity.

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