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平行
píng xíng
Meaning
- parallel (in a spatial or geometric sense, or figuratively)
- on an equal footing; on the same level
Definition
指两个或多个事物在方向上或性质上保持一致，互不交叉或干扰。
Referring to two or more things maintaining consistent direction or nature without intersecting or interfering.
Usage
常用于描述几何学中的平行线、平行关系，也用于比喻事物同时进行或互不影响。
Commonly used in geometry for parallel lines or relations, also metaphorically for simultaneous or non-interfering events.
Examples
- 1 这两条直线是平行的，永远不会相交。(These two lines are parallel and will never intersect.)
- 2 他们的人生轨迹似乎是平行的，没有交集。(Their life paths seem parallel, without intersection.)
- 3 会议和培训可以平行进行，以节省时间。(The meeting and training can be conducted in parallel to save time.)
- 4 平行进口的商品价格通常更低。(Goods from parallel imports are usually cheaper.)
- 5 在平行宇宙中，可能存在另一个你。(In a parallel universe, there might be another you.)
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