Passageway Meaning in English
word
ˈpæsədʒˌweɪ/, /ˈpæsɪdʒˌweɪ
PASS-ij-way
pˈæsɪdʒwˌeɪ
PASS-ij-way
Definition
A passageway is a long, narrow space or corridor that connects one place to another, usually inside a building.
Usage & Nuances
"Passageway" is slightly more formal than "hallway" or "corridor" and often used for connecting areas or for paths in buildings, tunnels, or between rooms. Not usually used for outdoor paths.
Spanish: pasillo - corredor - pasadizoPortuguese (BR): corredor - passagemPortuguese (PT): corredor - passagemChinese (Simplified): 通道 - 过道Chinese (Traditional): 通道 - 走道Hindi: रास्ता - गलियाराArabic: ممرBengali: পথরেখা - পথ - করিডোরRussian: проход - коридор - проходной путьJapanese: 通路 - 通り道 - 通路（屋内）Vietnamese: lối đi - hành lang - lối thôngKorean: 복도 - 통로Turkish: geçit - koridor - geçiş yoluUrdu: راستہ - گزرگاہ - راہداریIndonesian: lorong - jalan masuk - koridor
Example Sentences
There is a passageway between the kitchen and the living room.
basic
The passageway is very narrow and dark.
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Please block the passageway for safety.
basic
The secret passageway behind the bookshelf led to another room.
natural
I lost my way in the long passageway of the hotel.
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Kids love to run down the passageway after school.
natural