This is the 2667th most frequent Japanese word.
歩道
Sidewalk.
In this sentence, 歩道 (sidewalk) is part of the word 歩道橋 (pedestrian bridge), used to describe an overhead bridge for pedestrians.
歩道橋を渡ると駅につきます。
You will reach the station if you cross the pedestrian bridge.
Here, 歩道 (sidewalk) refers to a designated pedestrian area where children can play safely.
子供たちは歩道で安全に遊んでいる。
The children are playing safely on the sidewalk.
Here, 歩道 (sidewalk) describes the physical path for pedestrians, emphasizing its environment as shaded by trees.