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    Referring to a corridor with 走廊 (zǒuláng)

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    Explanation

    走廊 (zǒuláng) is a noun meaning "corridor," "hallway," or "passageway." It refers to a long, narrow passage inside a building connecting rooms or areas. It is a common word in both everyday and literary Chinese.

    Examples

    • 走廊里很安静，只能听到脚步声。

      zǒuláng lǐ hěn ānjìng, zhǐ néng tīng dào jiǎobùshēng.

      The corridor was very quiet; only footsteps could be heard.

    • 办公室外面的走廊上放了几盆绿植。

      bàngōngshì wàimiàn de zǒuláng shàng fàng le jǐ pén lǜzhí.

      There are several potted green plants in the corridor outside the office.

    • 穿过这条走廊就是会议室了。

      chuānguò zhè tiáo zǒuláng jiùshì huìyìshì le.

      Go through this corridor and you will reach the meeting room.

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