bou6 hang4 tin1 kiu4步行天橋步行天桥

Jyutpingbou6 hang4 tin1 kiu4

Yalebouh hàhng tīn kìuh

Definition

A footbridge or pedestrian overpass.

neutraltransportplaces

How it's used

While 步行天橋 is the formal term used in official signage and maps, locals frequently shorten it to just 天橋 in casual conversation. It is a vital part of the urban landscape in Hong Kong, often connected directly to shopping malls or public transport hubs. Using the full term sounds slightly more descriptive or precise, especially when giving directions to someone unfamiliar with the area.

Measure word

tiu4條tìuh

Examples

ngo5我dei6哋haang4行gwo3過go2嗰tiu4條bou6步hang4行tin1天kiu4橋heoi3去deoi3對min6面laa1啦。

Let's walk across that footbridge to the other side.

nei5你喺hai2邊bin1條tiu4步bou6行hang4天tin1橋kiu4等dang2緊gan2我ngo5呀？

Which footbridge are you waiting for me at?

Common phrases

soeng6上tin1天kiu4橋

go up onto the footbridge

haang4行tin1天kiu4橋

walk across the footbridge

Common mistake

Learners often confuse this with 橋, which is a generic term for any bridge, including those for vehicles. If you are specifically talking about a pedestrian crossing, always include the 步行 or at least use the context of walking to avoid confusion.