No. 1,698 in Chinese
位于
"Located at" or "situated in."
In a sentence
这座图书馆位于城市的中心。
This library is located at the center of the city.
In this sentence, '位于' indicates the specific geographical location of the subject, emphasizing its place within a broader area.
我家位于河边,风景优美。
My home is located by the river; the scenery is beautiful.
In this example, '位于' describes the position of the subject relative to a natural landmark, highlighting its spatial relationship.
这家商店位于著名的商业街上。
This store is located on the famous shopping street.
Here, '位于' is used to specify the subject's location within a known and defined area, connecting it to a well-known destination.
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