lề đường

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The Vietnamese word "lề đường" is a noun that translates to "pavement," "sidewalk," or "roadside" in English. It refers to the part of the street that is set aside for pedestrians to walk on, separate from the main road where vehicles drive.

Usage Instructions:

• "Lề đường" is used in contexts related to walking areas beside roads. It’s important for safety and urban planning.
• You can use it when giving directions, describing places, or talking about pedestrian safety.

Example:

• "Hãy đi bộ trên lề đường để an toàn." (Please walk on the sidewalk for safety.)

Advanced Usage:

• In urban planning discussions, "lề đường" can be part of topics involving pedestrian accessibility and infrastructure development.
• You might also encounter "lề đường" in discussions about zoning and city design, where it’s important to have adequate pedestrian pathways.

Word Variants:

• "Lề" (edge, side) can be combined with other words to describe different kinds of edges or sides, such as "lề trái" (left side) or "lề phải" (right side).
• "Đường" (road) can also be used in many contexts related to streets or paths, such as "đường phố" (city street) or "đường đi" (pathway).

Different Meanings:

• While "lề đường" specifically refers to the sidewalk, "lề" alone can mean the edge or border of something, not necessarily related to roads.
• In some contexts, "lề đường" can also refer to the area beside the road where vehicles may park.

Synonyms:

• "Vỉa hè" is another common word that means "sidewalk" and is often used interchangeably with "lề đường."
• "Lề" can also refer to the edge of a field or other surfaces, depending on the context.

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noun

1. pavement; sidewalk ; road-side