北边
běi biānnoun★Beginner
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.
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Often used to describe geographical locations or directions.
Collocations
北边的城市the city on the north side向北边走to walk toward the north
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Related Phrases
北边的风phrase
the wind from the north
北边的山phrase
the mountains to the north
💡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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