How to Say ‘Side’ in Simplified Chinese
边
💬 Usage Tip: This character is used to denote a 'side', like in "left side" [左边] or "right side" [右边].
🇨🇳 In China: Directions are very visual and descriptive in Chinese culture.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
边
[biān]
side
Either of the two lateral parts or areas of something.
车站在左边，你的目的地在右手边。
The bus stop is on the left, and your destination is on the right-hand side.
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