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“train” in Chinese

火车huǒchē
Illustration of "train" in a Chinese cultural setting
A bright red train speeds along a track through green countryside, with passengers looking out the window at passing vil…

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火车 literally means 'fire vehicle,' a name from the steam engine era. It's the standard word for train in China, used for both high-speed and regular trains.

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