入口

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Meaning and Usage

"入口" literally means "entrance" and is used to refer to the place where one enters a building, area, or facility. It combines "" (to enter) and "" (mouth), metaphorically the 'mouth' through which one enters.

Common Contexts

You will often see "入口" used in signs, directions, or descriptions of places like malls, museums, residential areas, or any location with a designated entry point.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 入口 (rùkǒu chù): entrance area or spot, often used when describing where something is located near the entrance.
  • 入口 (rùkǒu dàmén): main entrance gate, used for larger or formal entrances.
  • 入口 (cóng rùkǒu jìnrù): enter from the entrance, a common phrase in instructions.

Usage Notes

"入口" is a noun and typically appears as the subject or object in sentences. It is not used as a verb. Avoid confusing it with "入口" as a compound verb (which it is not). Also, do not confuse with "出口" (exit).

Common Confusion

Learners sometimes confuse "入口" with "进口" (jìnkǒu), which means "import" or "entrance of goods." Remember "入口" is about physical entrances for people or vehicles.

Example Sentences

Please enter the museum through this entrance.

There are many promotional advertisements at the mall's entrance.

The entrance of this residential area is equipped with an access control