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Definition

Zhongshan Road; a common name used for roads in China in honor of Sun Yat-sen.

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How it's used

Road names in China often follow a standard pattern of naming after historical figures, and Zhongshan Road is the most ubiquitous example found in almost every major city. When giving directions, locals often assume you know which city they are referring to if you are already there, so specifying the city name first is helpful for clarity. It functions as a proper noun and is treated as a specific location rather than a generic street name.

Measure word

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Examples

Common phrases

walk along Zhongshan Road
Zhongshan Road intersection

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