Definition
通讯兵 is a military term for a soldier whose job is to handle communications — radio, telephone, or signal equipment. It's a compound of 通讯 ('communication') and 兵 ('soldier'), so the word is transparent once you know the components. You'll see it in historical or military contexts, not everyday conversation.
n.
signalmancommunications soldier
Examples
- 通讯兵。Tā zài bùduì lǐ dāng tōng.He serves as a signalman in the army.
- 通讯兵。tōng fùzé jiàshè diànhuà xiàn.The signalman is responsible for setting up telephone lines.
- 通讯兵。Zhè zhī duìwǔ xūyào liǎng míng tōng.This unit needs two signalmen.
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