tai1 kap1梯級梯级
Jyutpingtai1 kap1
Yaletāi kāp
Definition
A step of a staircase or an escalator.
colloquialtransportplaces
How it's used
Refers specifically to the individual horizontal surfaces of a staircase or escalator rather than the entire structure. While 樓梯 describes the whole set of stairs, 梯級 highlights the singular unit one steps upon. It is frequently heard in public safety announcements regarding escalators.
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go3個goExamples
The steps here are very high, be careful when you walk.
Don't run on the steps, it is very dangerous.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 樓梯, which refers to the entire staircase. Using 梯級 when you mean the whole flight of stairs can sound unnatural.
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