請問_(月台)_在哪裡？请问_(月台)_在哪里？
Could you tell me where the __(platform)__ is?
Dialogue
我：不好意思，請問月台在哪裡？我：不好意思，请问月台在哪儿？
I: Excuse me! Could you tell me where the planform is?
台灣人：從這裡直走，向右轉就到了台湾人：从这儿直走，向右拐就到了
Taiwanese: Go straight and then turn left, you’ll find the platform there!
我：很遠嗎？我：很远吗？
I: Is it far (from here)?
台灣人：走五分鐘就到了台湾人：走五分钟就到了
Taiwanese: It is only 5 minutes walking distance.
Simplified (China)
Traditional (Taiwan)
Vocabulary
月台月台
platform
閘門闸门
ticket gate
服務台服务台
Service Counter
售票處售票处
Ticketing
置物櫃置物柜
Locker
哺乳室哺乳室
Nursery Room
電梯电梯
Elevator
出口出口
Exit
右右
Right
左左
Left
直走直走
Go straight
轉转 / 拐拐
Turn
洗手間洗手间 / 衛生間卫生间
Washroom
F.Y.I.
Just like English, there are also many words for saying washroom.
| China | Taiwan | Translation |
| 衛生間卫生间 | 廁所厕所 | Toilet. It is the most common way to use. |
| 洗手間洗手间 | 洗手間洗手间 | Washroom. It uses in most formal occasions. |
| 化妝室化妆室 | 化妝室化妆室 | Make-up room. It only used by ladies. |
| 盥洗室盥洗室 | 盥洗室盥洗室 | Wash hand and face room. It is a written form. No one says it. |
More information
Taiwan MRT:
The Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system in Taiwan is a modern and efficient way to get around the major cities on the island, including Taipei, New Taipei, Taoyuan, and Kaohsiung. The MRT network consists of several lines that cover most of the city, making it convenient for both locals and tourists. The trains are clean, safe, and punctual, with announcements made in both Mandarin and English.
The fare is based on distance traveled, with a minimum fare of NT$20, and payment is made using a rechargeable EasyCard or iPass. There are also special discounts available for students, seniors, and disabled passengers.
Shanghai Subway:
The Shanghai subway system is one of the largest and most extensive in the world, with 16 lines covering the city and surrounding areas. It is a popular and convenient mode of transportation for locals and tourists alike. The subway trains are fast, reliable, and affordable, with signs and announcements made in both Chinese and English.
The fare is based on distance traveled, with a minimum fare of CNY 3, and payment is made using a rechargeable transportation card or mobile payment app. There are also special discounts available for students, seniors, and disabled passengers. Additionally, the Shanghai subway offers several tourist passes that provide unlimited rides for a set period of time.
