退货 (tuìhuò) means 'to return goods' or 'to return an item.' It is commonly used in shopping or e-commerce contexts when a customer wishes to send back a purchased item, often due to dissatisfaction or defects. This term is important in consumer rights discussions and retail practices.
HSK 3, 16 strokes, Hard
tuìhuò(tui4huo4) T4
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May 27, 2026
退货tuìhuò(tui4huo4)
退货 (tuìhuò) means 'to return goods' or 'to return an item.' It is commonly used in shopping or e-commerce contexts when a customer wishes to send back a purchased item, often due to dissatisfaction or defects. This term is important in consumer rights discussions and retail practices.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, the ease of returning goods has become increasingly important due to the growth of e-commerce. Many online platforms encourage a hassle-free return policy, reflecting a shift in consumer expectations and rights.
Memory Tip
Imagine you bought a pair of shoes that didn't fit. You '退' (tuì, meaning 'to retreat or return') them to the store. Think of the '货' (huò) as a 'box' of goods. Visualize retreating with the box to return it, linking 'tuì' with the act of returning and 'huò' with the items in the box.
About 退货
退货Simplified
16Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L3ElementaryHSKKL2CEFRA2
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换货 (huàn huò) - use 退货 for returning an item, while 换货 is for exchanging it for another item.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine you bought a pair of shoes that didn't fit. You '退' (tuì, meaning 'to retreat or return') them to the store. Think of the '货' (huò) as a 'box' of goods. Visualize retreating with the box to return it, linking 'tuì' with the act of returning and 'huò' with the items in the box.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 退货 with 退款 (tuìkuǎn), which means 'to refund.' Remember that 退货 specifically refers to returning the item itself, while 退款 deals with the money. It's generally used in informal contexts, but can be seen in customer service discussions.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK 3, focus on understanding common phrases related to shopping and returns. Connect 退货 with other shopping-related terms, like 买 (mǎi, to buy) and 购物 (gòuwù, shopping), to build a comprehensive vocabulary for retail scenarios.
Cultural Note
In China, the ease of returning goods has become increasingly important due to the growth of e-commerce. Many online platforms encourage a hassle-free return policy, reflecting a shift in consumer expectations and rights.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 退货 in contexts where they should use 退款 instead. For example, saying '我想退货我的钱' (wǒ xiǎng tuìhuò wǒ de qián) is incorrect; it should be '我想退款' (wǒ xiǎng tuìkuǎn) for 'I want a refund.'
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Cultural Notes for 退货
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In China, the ease of returning goods has become increasingly important due to the growth of e-commerce. Many online platforms encourage a hassle-free return policy, reflecting a shift in consumer expectations and rights.
Frequently Asked Questions about 退货
You can say '我想退货' (wǒ xiǎng tuìhuò).
Yes, many retailers have a return policy that allows returns within 7 to 30 days of purchase, but it's best to check with the specific store.
It depends on the store's policy; some allow returns in-store while others require online returns.
