Definition
经由 is a formal preposition meaning 'via' or 'by way of'. It indicates the route, channel, or intermediary through which an action takes place. You'll often see it in travel itineraries, shipping, or official documents. It is more formal than 通过 and is typically used in written Chinese.
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viaby way of (indicating route, channel, or intermediary)
Examples
- 经由。Wǒmen jīng yóu Xiānggǎng fēi wǎng Lúndūn.We fly to London via Hong Kong.
- 经由。Zhège xiāoxi jīng yóu méitǐ chuánbō kāi lái.This news spread through the media.
- 经由。Huòwù jīng yóu hǎiyùn sòngdá.The goods are delivered by sea freight.
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