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T-junction; T-intersection
An intersection where one road ends by meeting another at a right angle, forming a T shape. Named after the kanji 丁, which resembles the letter T.
Usage
Also commonly written and said as T字路 (using the Roman letter T). Both forms are widely understood. Appears frequently in driving directions and traffic regulations.
Common collocations
- 丁字路を曲がる (to turn at a T-junction)
- 丁字路に差しかかる (to come to a T-junction)
- 丁字路交差点 (T-junction intersection)