Definition
黑车 refers to taxis or vehicles that operate without legal permits, often unlicensed and unsafe. The term carries a negative connotation, implying illegal transport services that locals typically avoid. Knowing this word helps you recognize warnings about unregulated transport in Chinese cities.
n.
illegal taxiunlicensed motor vehicle (used for unauthorized passenger transport)
Examples
- 黑车，。Tā wèile shěng qián zuò le hēi chē, jiéguǒ bèi sījī duō shōu le qián.He took an illegal taxi to save money, and ended up being overcharged by the driver.
- 黑车。Zhèngfǔ zhèngzài jiādà lìdù dǎjī hēi chē yùnyíng.The government is intensifying efforts to crack down on unlicensed vehicle operations.
- 黑车，。Zuò hēi chē bùjǐn bù ānquán, hái méiyǒu bǎoxiǎn.Riding an unlicensed taxi is not only unsafe but also not insured.
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