zau1 bin1周邊周边
Jyutpingzau1 bin1
Yalejāu bīn
Definition
Periphery; surrounding areas or nearby places.
neutralplacestravel
How it's used
Refers specifically to the immediate vicinity or the surrounding area of a central location. It is often used when discussing travel plans or searching for amenities like shops or transport links. Unlike the more formal 附近, this term emphasizes the outer ring or the general area encompassing the target site.
Examples
Are there any good restaurants around here?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe the physical proximity of two objects, such as a pen next to a book, as it is strictly for geographical areas or zones.
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Grammar guides
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