Meanings of 供应
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供给 (gōngjǐng) vs 供应 (gōngyìng): use 供应 when referring specifically to the act of supplying goods or services, while 供给 can imply a more general provision or supply of resources.
Be mindful of the contexts in which you use 供应; it is more formal and is often used in business settings. Common collocations include 供应链 (supply chain) and 供应商 (supplier). Avoid mixing it with similar words like 提供 (tígōng), which can carry a slightly different nuance.
While 供应 is not specifically listed in HSK levels, it is relevant for learners at HSK 4 and above who are familiar with business vocabulary. Focus on understanding its usage in phrases related to commerce and logistics, as this will enhance your conversational skills in professional contexts.
Learners often confuse 供应 with 提供, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我可以提供这些产品' (I can supply these products) is correct, but if they use 供应 in a casual context, it sounds overly formal.
Pronunciation of 供应
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How to say to supply in Chinese
“to supply” in Chinese is供应
供应 (gōng yìng) means to supply, provide, or offer something, often in the context of goods or services. It is commonly used in business and logistical discussions to refer to the act of making resources available to others, whether it's food, materials, or information.
When to use 供应
Be mindful of the contexts in which you use 供应; it is more formal and is often used in business settings. Common collocations include 供应链 (supply chain) and 供应商 (supplier). Avoid mixing it with similar words like 提供 (tígōng), which can carry a slightly different nuance.
供应 or something close to it
供给 (gōngjǐng) vs 供应 (gōngyìng): use 供应 when referring specifically to the act of supplying goods or services, while 供给 can imply a more general provision or supply of resources.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 供应 with 提供, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我可以提供这些产品' (I can supply these products) is correct, but if they use 供应 in a casual context, it sounds overly formal.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 供应
供应 refers specifically to supplying goods or resources, often in a business context, while 提供 is a more general term that means to provide or offer something.
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