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北边
běi biān
north side
我们住在城市的北边。
We live on the north side of the city.
general
The northern side or direction of something
太阳从东边升起，从西边落下，北边是阴凉的地方。
The sun rises in the east and sets in the west, and the north side is the shady area.
Often used to describe geographical locations or directions.
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Pro Tip
Directional Usage
北边 is often used to describe locations or movements relative to a reference point, such as a city or landmark.
Gold Rule
Geographical Context
北边 is typically used in geographical or navigational contexts to specify the northern direction or side of a place.
Word Origin
Composed of '北' (north) and '边' (side), literally meaning 'the side that is north.'
Usage Notes
Commonly used in everyday language to describe directions or locations relative to a reference point.
Word Breakdown
北
north
root边
side
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