出口
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Meaning: exit; export
How to Understand
出口
出口 means 'exit' or 'export', depending on context. It refers to a physical opening for exiting a space, such as a door or tunnel, or the act of sending goods out of a country.
The character 出 (chū) means 'to go out' or 'exit', and 口 (kǒu) means 'mouth' or 'opening'. Together, they form a word that literally means 'a place where something exits', which can be applied to both physical exits and trade exports.
出口 is commonly used in both daily life and commerce. In daily use, it refers to exits in buildings or natural landscapes. In business, it refers to exporting goods. Understanding this word helps learners grasp both spatial and economic concepts in Chinese.
Example Sentences
这个房间只有一个出口。
This room has only one exit.
中国每年出口大量电子产品。
China exports a large amount of electronic products every year.