置办 (zhì bàn) — to purchase, to buy (especially in a formal or systematic way, such as for a project or household)
Definition
A formal verb meaning to purchase or procure, typically in larger quantities or for a specific purpose (household, project, event). Implies systematic planning rather than casual shopping, with a written or official tone.
verb
to purchaseto buy (especially in a formal or systematic way, such as for a project or household)
Examples
- 置办。Gōng sī xū yào zhì bàn yì pī xīn diàn nǎo.The company needs to purchase a batch of new computers.
- 置办。Tā men wèi hūn lǐ zhì bàn le hěn duō jiā jù.They bought a lot of furniture for the wedding.
- 置办。Zhè xiē shè bèi shì qù nián zhì bàn de.These pieces of equipment were purchased last year.
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