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有效期 (yǒuxiàoqī) refers to the period during which a product is effective or usable, often used for medicines or warranties; use 保质期 (bǎozhìqī) specifically for food quality.
Be cautious with the pronunciation of the third tone in 保 (bǎo) and the fourth tone in 期 (qī), as incorrect tones can lead to misunderstandings. This term is typically used in everyday contexts, such as grocery shopping or discussing food safety, and is often accompanied by phrases like '过期' (guòqī), meaning 'expired.'
Although 保质期 is not a specific HSK vocabulary word, it relates to HSK level 4 and above, where students learn more about everyday vocabulary and food-related terms. Focus on understanding context and usage in phrases related to food safety.
Learners often confuse 保质期 with 保质 (bǎozhì), which means 'to ensure quality.' For example, saying '食品的保质是到明年' is incorrect; the correct phrase should be '食品的保质期是到明年.'
Pronunciation of 保质期
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How to say date of use (on foodstuffs) in Chinese
“date of use (on foodstuffs)” in Chinese is保质期
保质期 (bǎozhìqī) refers to the period during which a product, especially food, maintains its quality and safety for consumption. It is commonly used on packaging to indicate the 'best before' date, helping consumers make informed choices about the freshness and safety of food products.
When to use 保质期
Be cautious with the pronunciation of the third tone in 保 (bǎo) and the fourth tone in 期 (qī), as incorrect tones can lead to misunderstandings. This term is typically used in everyday contexts, such as grocery shopping or discussing food safety, and is often accompanied by phrases like '过期' (guòqī), meaning 'expired.'
保质期 or something close to it
有效期 (yǒuxiàoqī) refers to the period during which a product is effective or usable, often used for medicines or warranties; use 保质期 (bǎozhìqī) specifically for food quality.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 保质期 with 保质 (bǎozhì), which means 'to ensure quality.' For example, saying '食品的保质是到明年' is incorrect; the correct phrase should be '食品的保质期是到明年.'
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Frequently Asked Questions about 保质期
It means 'shelf life' or 'best before date' for food products.
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