Definition
街头 (jiē tóu) refers to the street as a public space where life happens — street food, performances, or bustling urban scenes. It emphasizes the street life and atmosphere rather than the physical road (马路 mǎ lù) or the administrative unit (街道 jiē dào). Unlike the general term 街 (jiē), 街头 often appears in fixed expressions and implies a lively setting.
noun
street (as a locale, especially for street life, performances, or food)
Examples
- 街头。Hěnduō rén zài jiē tóu chànggē.Many people are singing on the street.
- 街头。jiē tóu de xiǎochī fēicháng hǎochī.The street snacks are very delicious.
- 街头。Tā xǐhuan zài jiē tóu pāizhào.He likes to take photos on the street.
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