便宜 (pián yi) — cheap, inexpensive
Definition
Everyday word for 'cheap, inexpensive' — describes a low price on goods, food, or services. 廉价 is more formal and used for low-cost production; 贱 can mean cheap but also 'despicable' and sounds harsh.
adjective
cheapinexpensive
Examples
- 便宜。Zhè ge píng guǒ hěn pián yi.This apple is very cheap.
- 。Nà jiàn yī fu bú pián yi.That piece of clothing isn't cheap.
- 便宜。Zhè lǐ de shuǐ hěn pián yi.The water here is cheap.
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