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打折
dǎzhé
to give a discount
HSK 4, v, 12 strokes, rank #10282, Medium
dǎzhé(da3zhe2)da zhe T3
1to give a discount
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March 24, 2026
打折dǎzhé(da3zhe2)
打折 (dǎzhé) means 'to give a discount' and is commonly used in shopping contexts. It refers to the practice of reducing the price of goods or services, often used in promotions or sales events. Understanding this term is essential for navigating shopping experiences in Mandarin-speaking environments.
Strokes12Frequency#10282DifficultyMedium
Cultural note
In China, sales and discounts are a significant part of shopping culture, especially during major festivals like Singles' Day (双十一, shuāng shí yī). Many consumers eagerly anticipate these events for the best deals.
Memory tip
Imagine a large price tag with a big '打' (hit) on it, as if you're hitting the price down to make it lower. The character '折' (zhe) resembles a folding piece of paper, symbolizing how the price is folded down or reduced.
Meanings of 打折
dǎzhé(da3zhe2)
1to give a discount
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About 打折
打折Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#10282Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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降价 (jiàngjià) - use 打折 when specifically referring to a discount on the original price, while 降价 is broader and can refer to any price reduction.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 打折 with 促销 (cùxiāo), which means 'promotion' — 打折 specifically refers to price reductions. This term is used in informal contexts, so be cautious when using it in formal writing or business communications. Common collocations include '打折商品' (discounted goods) and '打折活动' (discount activities).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 打折 connects well with other shopping-related vocabulary such as 价格 (jiàgé, price) and 购物 (gòuwù, shopping). Focus on using it in sentences related to sales and discounts to reinforce its practical application.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake is using 打折 when referring to a price increase, such as saying '这件衣服打折了' (This piece of clothing has a discount) when the price has actually gone up. Always check the context to ensure you are describing a discount correctly.
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打折 (dǎzhé) means 'to give a discount' and is commonly used in shopping contexts. It refers to the practice of reducing the price of goods or services, often used in promotions or sales events. Understanding this term is essential for navigating shopping experiences in Mandarin-speaking environments.
When to use 打折
Learners often confuse 打折 with 促销 (cùxiāo), which means 'promotion' — 打折 specifically refers to price reductions. This term is used in informal contexts, so be cautious when using it in formal writing or business communications. Common collocations include '打折商品' (discounted goods) and '打折活动' (discount activities).
打折 or something close to it
降价 (jiàngjià) - use 打折 when specifically referring to a discount on the original price, while 降价 is broader and can refer to any price reduction.
What learners get wrong
A common mistake is using 打折 when referring to a price increase, such as saying '这件衣服打折了' (This piece of clothing has a discount) when the price has actually gone up. Always check the context to ensure you are describing a discount correctly.
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Grammar patterns of 打折
打折 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
