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营业 (yíngyè) vs 经营 (jīngyíng) — use 营业 when referring specifically to the act of conducting business operations, while 经营 focuses more on the management and operation of a business.
Common mistakes include confusing '营业' with '工作' (work) since '营业' specifically refers to business activities, not general work. It is more formal than everyday conversation, so use it in business contexts. Be mindful of using the correct tones: 'ying2' and 'ye4' to avoid misunderstandings.
As an HSK Level 5 word, '营业' connects to other business-related vocabulary like '交易' (transaction) and '买卖' (buy-sell). Focus on using it in sentences about business hours or commercial activities to strengthen your understanding.
Learners often confuse '营业' with '工作', using them interchangeably. A wrong example would be saying '我今天营业' (I do business today) instead of '我今天工作' (I work today) when referring to their job.
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How to say to do business in Chinese
“to do business” in Chinese is营业
The term '营业' refers to the act of conducting business or trade, often used in contexts related to commercial establishments. It encompasses various activities like selling goods or providing services in a professional setting. Generally, it implies the operation of a business during designated hours.
When to use 营业
Common mistakes include confusing '营业' with '工作' (work) since '营业' specifically refers to business activities, not general work. It is more formal than everyday conversation, so use it in business contexts. Be mindful of using the correct tones: 'ying2' and 'ye4' to avoid misunderstandings.
营业 or something close to it
营业 (yíngyè) vs 经营 (jīngyíng) — use 营业 when referring specifically to the act of conducting business operations, while 经营 focuses more on the management and operation of a business.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse '营业' with '工作', using them interchangeably. A wrong example would be saying '我今天营业' (I do business today) instead of '我今天工作' (I work today) when referring to their job.
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Grammar patterns of 营业
营业 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 2 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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她打算今天早上8点整准时开门____。
She planned to unlock the store at 00 sharp this morning.
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Cultural Notes for 营业
In Western cultures, the concept of business hours is similarly important, but the idea of '营业' can also imply a more communal or relationship-oriented approach to business compared to the more transactional focus in some Western contexts.
Frequently asked questions about 营业
'营业' means to do business or trade.
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