通道

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tōng dào
Meaning: passage
Example
医院里有一个紧急通道。
tōng dào

📚 How to Understand

通道 (tōng dào) meaning in English
tōngdào

通道 refers to a passage, corridor, or pathway, often used to describe a physical space that allows movement between two points. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a means of communication or access.

The character 通 (tōng) means 'to pass through' or 'to communicate,' while 道 (dào) means 'path' or 'way.' Together, they form a term that emphasizes both the physical and conceptual idea of a route or channel.

In daily life, 通道 is commonly used in contexts like buildings, cities, or even digital systems. For example, it might refer to a hallway in a building or a data transmission channel in technology. Understanding this term helps learners grasp spatial and communicative concepts in Chinese.

💬 Example Sentences

医院里有一个紧急通道。
tōng dào
There is an emergency passage in the hospital.
这个软件提供了一个安全的数据通道。
tōng dào
This software provides a secure data channel.

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