三八线

三八线

"三八线" refers to the 38th parallel, the dividing line between North and South Korea established after World War II.

Here, 三八线 refers to the physical demarcation line (38th parallel) between territories.

我们不能越过三八线。

We cannot cross the 38th parallel.

In this context, 三八线 metaphorically describes a boundary line defining areas of responsibility.

她们之间划了一条三八线，各自清理自己的区域。

They drew a boundary line between them, each cleaning their own area.

Here, 三八线 is used figuratively to represent a situation where boundaries are drawn due to disagreement.

作为朋友，不应该在意见不同的时候划三八线。

As friends, one shouldn't create a dividing line during differences in opinion.