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对面

duìmiàn

Description

“对面”指的是你正前方的那个地方,也就是隔着一段距离面对着你的一边。

"对面" refers to the place directly in front of you, across a certain distance facing you.

比如马路对面、房间对面,都很常用。

For example, 马路对面 (across the street) and 房间对面 (opposite side of the room) are commonly used.

Meanings

对面duìmiàn

the opposite side; across from

银行就在马路对面。

The bank is right across the street.

对面duìmiàn

directly in front; facing

他对面坐着一个女孩。

A girl is sitting opposite him.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    对 (facing) + 面 (side/surface), literally 'the facing side'.

  • Nuance

    often used with 在 to mark location, e.g. 在……对面.

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