逃生

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Meaning and Usage

The term 逃生 (táoshēng) specifically refers to escaping from a dangerous situation to save one's life. It is commonly used in contexts involving emergencies such as fires, earthquakes, or other disasters.

Common Collocations

  • 逃生通道 (escape route): a designated path for safe evacuation.
  • 逃生出口 (escape exit): an exit used for emergency evacuation.
  • 逃生演练 (escape drill): practice exercises for emergency evacuation.

Usage Notes

When using 逃生, the focus is on the act of escaping to survive, often implying urgency and danger. It is different from simply 'running away' (逃跑) because 逃生 emphasizes survival in life-threatening situations.

Avoid confusing 逃生 with 逃避, which means to avoid or evade responsibilities or problems rather than physical escape.

Register and Tone

This term is neutral and commonly used in formal and informal contexts related to safety instructions, news reports, and emergency preparedness discussions.

Example Sentences

When the fire broke out, everyone quickly escaped to avoid casualties.

Escape routes must be kept clear for use in emergencies.

He calmly escaped during the earthquake and successfully avoided the