北

north
风从北边来。
The wind comes from the north.
Same root: 北边, 北京, 北方
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Chinese travel vocabulary following HSK 2-6 standards prepares you for journeys across China. Every word includes a free AI-generated visual mnemonic and native Mandarin audio with accurate tones, making travel phrases memorable and practical when you need them on the ground.
Chinese travel vocabulary uses compound characters that reveal meaning: 飞机场 (airport) = 飞 (fly) + 机 (machine) + 场 (field). Learn directional vocabulary early — 东南西北 (east, south, west, north) — as Chinese directions are used constantly. Practice with common phrases: "...在哪里?" (Where is...?).
China's transport infrastructure is world-class. The high-speed rail network (高铁) is the largest on earth, and knowing travel vocabulary lets you navigate it confidently. From subway systems (地铁) in major cities to long-distance buses, transport vocabulary is essential. The traditional concept of 旅行 (travel) carries cultural significance beyond mere transportation.
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风从北边来。
The wind comes from the north.
Same root: 北边, 北京, 北方
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