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价格 (jiàgé) refers specifically to 'price' in a more formal or technical context, while 价 (jià) can imply a broader sense of 'value' or 'worth'.
Learners often misuse 价 by confusing it with similar-sounding words. Remember that 价 specifically refers to price or value, and should not be used interchangeably with 质量 (zhìliàng), which means 'quality.' It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, but be mindful of the tone when speaking.
While 价 is not explicitly an HSK level word, it connects well with other HSK vocabulary related to finance and commerce. Focus on learning phrases that include 价, such as 价格 (jiàgé) and 价钱 (jiàqián), to reinforce its usage and understanding.
Learners often confuse 价 with the character 价钱 (jiàqián) and mistakenly use them interchangeably. For example, saying '我买了这个价' (wǒ mǎile zhège jià) is incorrect; it should be '我买了这个商品的价钱' (wǒ mǎile zhège shāngpǐn de jiàqián).
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Etymology of 价
Phonosemantic compound. 亻 represents the meaning and 介 represents the sound. Simplified form of 價.
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How to say price in Chinese
“price” in Chinese is价
The character 价 (jià) primarily means 'price' or 'value,' and is commonly used in contexts related to commerce and economics. It can also imply worth in different scenarios, such as evaluating the value of goods or services. The term is often found in phrases related to pricing, such as 价格 (jiàgé), meaning 'price' in a more formal sense.
When to use 价
Learners often misuse 价 by confusing it with similar-sounding words. Remember that 价 specifically refers to price or value, and should not be used interchangeably with 质量 (zhìliàng), which means 'quality.' It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, but be mindful of the tone when speaking.
价 or something close to it
价格 (jiàgé) refers specifically to 'price' in a more formal or technical context, while 价 (jià) can imply a broader sense of 'value' or 'worth'.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 价 with the character 价钱 (jiàqián) and mistakenly use them interchangeably. For example, saying '我买了这个价' (wǒ mǎile zhège jià) is incorrect; it should be '我买了这个商品的价钱' (wǒ mǎile zhège shāngpǐn de jiàqián).
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Grammar Patterns of 价
价 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 8 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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这件衣服样子又好看，____格又便宜。
This piece of clothing both looks good and is cheap.
Common Confusions with 价
Similar pronunciation but different meanings.
Similar pronunciation but different meanings.
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Usage Notes for 价
Learners often confuse 价 with 价格 (jiàgé), which is the more commonly used term for 'price' in conversation.
这个商品的价是多少？
What is the price of this product?
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这个商品的____是多少？
What is the price of this product?
Example Sentences for 价 (10)
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Cultural Notes for 价
在中国，价格的形成受到市场供求、生产成本和消费者心理等多种因素的影响。历史上，商品价格的变化曾引发社会变革，尤其是在改革开放初期，市场自由化使得价格机制更为灵活。
‘一分钱一分货’是中国的一个谚语，意思是价格与质量成正比。这个谚语强调了价值的重要性，提醒人们在消费时要考虑价格与质量的关系。
Word Family of 价
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Frequently Asked Questions about 价
While both 价 (jià) and 价钱 (jiàqián) refer to price, 价 is more general and can also denote value or worth, whereas 价钱 specifically means 'price' in a more commercial context. In everyday conversation, 价钱 is more commonly used when talking about costs.
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