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AI Study Notes for 上调
调高 (tiáogāo) - use 上调 when referring to official adjustments made by authorities, while 调高 is more general and can apply to various contexts.
Be cautious with the tone; 上调 is pronounced with a falling tone on '上' and a rising tone on '调'. It's typically used in formal contexts, especially in economics or business reports. Common collocations include '价格上调' (price increase) and '工资上调' (salary adjustment).
Though not in HSK vocabulary, 上调 is relevant for learners studying economic terms or discussing financial topics, which are often found in higher-level HSK contexts. Focus on understanding its usage in formal reports or discussions about finance.
Learners often confuse 上调 with 下调 (xiàtiáo), which means 'to lower'. For example, saying '我们要上调费用' (We need to lower the fees) is incorrect; the correct phrase should be '我们要下调费用'.
Pronunciation of 上调
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How to say to raise (prices) in Chinese
“to raise (prices)” in Chinese is上调
上调 (shàngtiáo) refers to the action of raising or adjusting something upwards, commonly used in the context of prices, rates, or values in economic discussions. It suggests a deliberate increase made by authorities or organizations to reflect new conditions or policies.
When to use 上调
Be cautious with the tone; 上调 is pronounced with a falling tone on '上' and a rising tone on '调'. It's typically used in formal contexts, especially in economics or business reports. Common collocations include '价格上调' (price increase) and '工资上调' (salary adjustment).
上调 or something close to it
调高 (tiáogāo) - use 上调 when referring to official adjustments made by authorities, while 调高 is more general and can apply to various contexts.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 上调 with 下调 (xiàtiáo), which means 'to lower'. For example, saying '我们要上调费用' (We need to lower the fees) is incorrect; the correct phrase should be '我们要下调费用'.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 上调
In a business context, 上调 refers to an upward adjustment of prices or rates, indicating that something is being increased.
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