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How to Say ‘Be careful on the way’ in Traditional Chinese

路上小心

lù shàng xiǎo xīn

[lù shàng xiǎoxīn]

🇹🇼 In Taiwan: A caring send-off people say to someone leaving, especially at night or after drinks.

Phrase Breakdown

路

lù

[lù]

road; way

A road or route; with 上 it means 'on the way'.

Example

這條路很長。

This road is very long.

上

shàng

[shàng]

on

Indicating location or position above.

Example

書桌上擺著一本書。

There is a book on the desk.

小心

xiǎo xīn

[xiǎoxīn]

be careful; take care

Used to warn or wish someone safety.

Example

下雨了,開車要小心。

It's raining, be careful driving.

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