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停工 (tínggōng) refers specifically to ceasing work on a project or construction site, while 停业 (tíngyè) refers to the closure of a business.
This term is typically used in formal contexts, such as official announcements or business communications. Be cautious with the pronunciation, ensuring that the tones are accurate: ting2 and ye4. Common collocations include 停业整顿 (to cease operations for rectification) and temporarily停业 (temporarily close down).
While 停业 is not an HSK vocabulary word, understanding it can help learners grasp business-related vocabulary commonly found in HSK materials. Focus on the components of the term and related words like 停止 (stop) and 业务 (business).
Learners might confuse 停业 with 关门 (guān mén), which means 'to close the door' but is more informal. For example, saying '这家店关门了' (This store is closed) is less specific than '这家店停业了' (This store has ceased trading).
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How to say to cease trading (temporarily or permanently) in Chinese
“to cease trading (temporarily or permanently)” in Chinese is停业
停业 refers to the act of ceasing operations of a business, which can be temporary or permanent. This term is commonly used in contexts involving business closures, such as during renovations, financial difficulties, or legal issues.
When to use 停业
This term is typically used in formal contexts, such as official announcements or business communications. Be cautious with the pronunciation, ensuring that the tones are accurate: ting2 and ye4. Common collocations include 停业整顿 (to cease operations for rectification) and temporarily停业 (temporarily close down).
停业 or something close to it
停工 (tínggōng) refers specifically to ceasing work on a project or construction site, while 停业 (tíngyè) refers to the closure of a business.
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Learners might confuse 停业 with 关门 (guān mén), which means 'to close the door' but is more informal. For example, saying '这家店关门了' (This store is closed) is less specific than '这家店停业了' (This store has ceased trading).
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It means to cease trading, which can be either a temporary or permanent closure.
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