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斑马线

bān mǎ xiàn

HSK 7–9

Meaning

  • crosswalk
  • zebra crossing

Definition

斑马线是指道路上划设的白色横线，形似斑马身上的条纹，供行人横过道路时使用。

Zebra crossing refers to white stripes painted on the road, resembling the stripes of a zebra, used by pedestrians to cross the road.

Usage

斑马线通常用于指示行人过街的指定地点，车辆在此处应减速让行。常用于日常交通场景。

Zebra crossing is usually used to indicate designated places for pedestrians to cross the road, where vehicles should slow down and yield. Commonly used in daily traffic scenarios.

Examples

  • 1 过马路时，一定要走斑马线。 (When crossing the road, always use the zebra crossing.)
  • 2 司机看到斑马线要减速慢行。 (Drivers should slow down when seeing a zebra crossing.)
  • 3 学校门口画了斑马线，保护学生安全。 (A zebra crossing is painted at the school gate to protect students' safety.)
  • 4 斑马线上，行人优先通行。 (Pedestrians have the right of way on zebra crossings.)
  • 5 晚上开车要特别注意斑马线上的行人。 (When driving at night, pay special attention to pedestrians on zebra crossings.)

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