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    Referring to 'place' with 场所 (chǎngsuǒ)

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    Structure

    Modifier + 场所

    Explanation

    The noun 场所 (chǎngsuǒ) means 'place,' 'venue,' or 'location,' typically referring to a designated area for a specific activity. It is more formal than 地方 and is commonly used in official or written contexts. For example, 聚集场所 means 'gathering place.'

    Examples

    • 这个场所禁止吸烟，请大家配合。

      Zhège chǎngsuǒ jìnzhǐ xīyān, qǐng dàjiā pèihé.

      Smoking is prohibited in this venue; please cooperate.

    • 公共场所应该保持安静和整洁。

      Gōnggòng chǎngsuǒ yīnggāi bǎochí ānjìng hé zhěngjié.

      Public places should be kept quiet and clean.

    • 他们正在寻找一个合适的活动场所。

      Tāmen zhèngzài xúnzhǎo yī gè héshì de huódòng chǎngsuǒ.

      They are looking for a suitable venue for the event.

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