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无偿 (wúcháng) vs 免费 (miǎnfèi): Use 无偿 when emphasizing the absence of charge in a broader sense, while 免费 specifically refers to something being free of cost, often in a promotional context.
Be careful not to confuse 无偿 with 付费 (fù fèi), which means 'paid.' It is used in both formal and informal contexts, but can sound overly formal in casual conversation. Common collocations include 无偿服务 (wú cháng fú wù - free service) and 无偿捐赠 (wú cháng juān zèng - free donation).
As an HSK 6 word, 无偿 connects well with other advanced vocabulary related to economics and services. Focus on its use in formal writing and discussions about charity or community service.
Learners often misuse 无偿 when they mean to say 'free of charge' in a more casual context. For instance, saying '我想要无偿的水' (wǒ xiǎng yào wú cháng de shuǐ) is overly formal; instead, use '我想要免费的水' (wǒ xiǎng yào miǎn fèi de shuǐ).
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How to say free in Chinese
“free” in Chinese is无偿
无偿 (wú cháng) means 'free' or 'without charge,' indicating that something is provided at no cost. It is commonly used in contexts like services, gifts, or donations where no payment is expected or required.
When to use 无偿
Be careful not to confuse 无偿 with 付费 (fù fèi), which means 'paid.' It is used in both formal and informal contexts, but can sound overly formal in casual conversation. Common collocations include 无偿服务 (wú cháng fú wù - free service) and 无偿捐赠 (wú cháng juān zèng - free donation).
无偿 or something close to it
无偿 (wúcháng) vs 免费 (miǎnfèi): Use 无偿 when emphasizing the absence of charge in a broader sense, while 免费 specifically refers to something being free of cost, often in a promotional context.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 无偿 when they mean to say 'free of charge' in a more casual context. For instance, saying '我想要无偿的水' (wǒ xiǎng yào wú cháng de shuǐ) is overly formal; instead, use '我想要免费的水' (wǒ xiǎng yào miǎn fèi de shuǐ).
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Grammar Patterns of 无偿
无偿 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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我为你所做的一切都是免费的，____的，你明白吗？
What I did for you was free, gratis, you understand?
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Yes, but it may sound a bit formal; using 免费 (miǎn fèi - free) is often more common in casual settings.
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