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供给 (supply) vs 提供 (provide) — use 供给 when discussing economic supply specifically, whereas 提供 is more general for any act of providing.
Be cautious with the tone, as 供给 is pronounced with a first tone (gōng) and a third tone (jǐ). Common mistakes include confusing it with similar terms like 供应 (gōng yìng), which has a slightly different nuance. Use 供给 in both formal and informal contexts, especially in economic discussions.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 供给 connects to other economic terms you might learn, such as 需求 (xū qiú) for 'demand.' Focus on understanding its application in economic discussions and how it interacts with related vocabulary.
Learners often confuse 供给 with 提供 (tí gōng), which means 'to provide' but lacks the economic aspect. For instance, saying '我提供供给' (wǒ tí gōng gōng jǐ) is incorrect; instead, use '我提供服务' (wǒ tí gōng fú wù) to indicate providing services.
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How to say to furnish in Chinese
“to furnish” in Chinese is供给
供给 refers to the act of providing or supplying something, often in the context of economics, such as supply and demand. It can also mean to furnish or provide resources or services. This term is commonly used in discussions related to economics, business, and logistics.
When to use 供给
Be cautious with the tone, as 供给 is pronounced with a first tone (gōng) and a third tone (jǐ). Common mistakes include confusing it with similar terms like 供应 (gōng yìng), which has a slightly different nuance. Use 供给 in both formal and informal contexts, especially in economic discussions.
供给 or something close to it
供给 (supply) vs 提供 (provide) — use 供给 when discussing economic supply specifically, whereas 提供 is more general for any act of providing.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 供给 with 提供 (tí gōng), which means 'to provide' but lacks the economic aspect. For instance, saying '我提供供给' (wǒ tí gōng gōng jǐ) is incorrect; instead, use '我提供服务' (wǒ tí gōng fú wù) to indicate providing services.
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Grammar patterns of 供给
供给 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. It carries 3 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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随着俄国人的向东推进,____线不断延长,保证粮食的供应越发困难.
Russians pushing east moved ever farther from secure supplies of grain.
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Cultural Notes for 供给
In Western cultures, supply is often discussed separately from government intervention, while in China, government policies frequently influence supply dynamics.
Frequently asked questions about 供给
供应 (gōng yìng) specifically refers to the act of supplying goods or services, often in a commercial context, whereas 供给 (gōng jǐ) has a broader meaning related to providing resources.
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