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AI Study Notes for 躉
When using 躉, be careful to apply it in business contexts, as it may not be appropriate in casual conversations. It often collocates with terms related to 'trade' (贸易) or 'market' (市场). Ensure the correct tone is used, as mispronouncing could lead to confusion with similar-sounding words.
While 躉 is not included in the HSK levels, it connects to vocabulary related to commerce and trade, which are prevalent in higher-level lessons. Focus on understanding how this term fits into discussions about markets and economic transactions.
Learners often confuse 躉 with 零售 (língshòu), mistakenly using 躉 to describe retail transactions. Remember, 躉 specifically pertains to wholesale activities.
Pronunciation of 躉
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Etymology of 躉
A ten-thousand 萬 square-foot 足 warehouse
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Case file: 躉
- 1The giveawayA ten-thousand 萬 square-foot 足 warehouse
- 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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How to say to buy or sell wholesale in Chinese
“to buy or sell wholesale” in Chinese is躉
The character 躉 (dǔn) refers to the act of buying or selling goods in bulk or wholesale, typically indicating a transaction involving large quantities. This term is commonly used in business contexts, particularly in trade and commerce, where wholesale prices are significantly lower than retail prices.
When to use 躉
When using 躉, be careful to apply it in business contexts, as it may not be appropriate in casual conversations. It often collocates with terms related to 'trade' (贸易) or 'market' (市场). Ensure the correct tone is used, as mispronouncing could lead to confusion with similar-sounding words.
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Learners often confuse 躉 with 零售 (língshòu), mistakenly using 躉 to describe retail transactions. Remember, 躉 specifically pertains to wholesale activities.
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Word Family of 躉
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Frequently Asked Questions about 躉
躉 refers to wholesale transactions, while 零售 (língshòu) refers to retail sales, the sale of goods in smaller quantities directly to consumers.
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