English–Chinese
“crosswalk” in Chinese
How to say “crosswalk” in Chinese
“Crosswalk” in Chinese is 斑马线 (bān mǎ xiàn).
A row of broad, repeated stripes across the pavement that gives pedestrians a clearly marked route through traffic.
Example sentences with 斑马线
过马路要看信号灯，再走到斑马线上。guò mǎ lù yào kàn xìn hào dēng zài zǒu dào bān mǎ xiàn shàng
When crossing the street, check the traffic light, then walk to the crosswalk.
Tips for using 斑马线
- The British English term zebra crossing matches the word's visual basis, while American English usually uses crosswalk, so regional English exposure can change the equivalent that comes to mind.
Other Chinese words for “crosswalk”
过马路时要走人行横道。guò mǎ lù shí yào zǒu rén xíng héng dào
When crossing the road, you should use the crosswalk.