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售 (shòu) vs 賣 (mài): Use 賣 (mài) when emphasizing the act of selling in a more casual or informal context, while 售 (shòu) is more formal and often used in official or business settings.
Learners often confuse 賣 with other similar characters like 買 (mǎi), which means 'to buy.' Ensure you remember that 賣 is about selling. The register is generally informal, suitable for everyday conversations.
While 賣 is not part of HSK levels 1-6, it connects with common vocabulary related to commerce and shopping, like 買 (mǎi). Focus on practicing sentences that use both to understand their contrasting meanings.
Learners often confuse 賣 with 買, mistakenly saying '我賣一個蘋果' (I sell an apple) instead of '我買一個蘋果' (I buy an apple). Always check the context to ensure you are using the correct term.
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Etymology of 賣
Phonosemantic compound. 出 represents the meaning and 买 represents the sound. Simplified form of 賣.
money
Origin
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Decomposition of 賣
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How to say to sell; to betray; to show off in Chinese
“to sell; to betray; to show off” in Chinese is賣
The character 賣 (mài) primarily means 'to sell.' It is commonly used in commercial contexts, such as in markets or stores. Additionally, it can imply 'to betray' or 'to show off,' depending on the context, showcasing a nuance that can shift based on usage.
When to use 賣
Learners often confuse 賣 with other similar characters like 買 (mǎi), which means 'to buy.' Ensure you remember that 賣 is about selling. The register is generally informal, suitable for everyday conversations.
賣 or something close to it
售 (shòu) vs 賣 (mài): Use 賣 (mài) when emphasizing the act of selling in a more casual or informal context, while 售 (shòu) is more formal and often used in official or business settings.
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Learners often confuse 賣 with 買, mistakenly saying '我賣一個蘋果' (I sell an apple) instead of '我買一個蘋果' (I buy an apple). Always check the context to ensure you are using the correct term.
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You can say '我想賣我的舊書' (I want to sell my old books).
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