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Jyutpingzung2 zaam6
Yalejúng jaahm
Definition
Terminus; the first or last station or stop of a public transit route.
colloquialtransportplaces
How it's used
Refers specifically to the physical end point of a transit route where vehicles turn around or terminate service. While it can technically refer to either the starting or ending point, it is most commonly used by passengers to identify the final destination of a bus or train line. It is frequently paired with specific transport modes like 巴士 or 輕鐵 to clarify which terminus is being discussed.
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go3個goExamples
I am getting off at the terminus, so I do not need to worry about missing my stop.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 站, which is a generic stop. Using 總站 implies the vehicle will stop completely and likely change its route or return, so it is not appropriate for intermediate stops.
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