ce1 lou6車路车路
Jyutpingce1 lou6
Yalechē louh
Definition
Road, driveway, or carriageway intended for motor vehicles.
colloquialtransportplaces
How it's used
Distinguishes specifically between paths for vehicles and pedestrian walkways. While often interchangeable with 馬路 in casual speech, it emphasizes the functional aspect of the road being designated for motor traffic rather than just a general street.
Measure word
tiu4條tìuhExamples
This road is very narrow, you need to be careful when driving.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a sidewalk or pedestrian path, as it explicitly denotes a route for cars.
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