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平行
píngxíng
Description
平行的意思是两条线或两个东西一直保持一样的距离，永远不会相交。
"平行" means two lines or two things keep the same distance apart and never intersect.
我们也常用它来说两件事同时进行。
We also often use it to say two things happen at the same time.
Meanings
平行píngxíng
parallel (of lines or surfaces)
这两条线是平行的。
These two lines are parallel.
平行píngxíng
happening at the same time; simultaneous
两个项目平行进行。
The two projects are proceeding in parallel.
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Notes
- Etymology
平 (level, flat) + 行 (go, move), i.e. moving on the same level without meeting.
- Nuance
平行 stresses equal distance; 垂直 (perpendicular) is its geometric opposite.
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