下单 (xià dān) — to place an order

Definition

下单 is the everyday verb for placing an order online or in a shop. 预订 is used when you book or reserve something in advance (hotel, ticket); 订购 is more formal and usually for bulk goods or a subscription.

verb
to place an order

Examples

  • Wǒ zài táo bǎo shàng xià dān le.
    I placed an order on Taobao.
  • Tā zuó tiān xià le sān gè dān.
    He placed three orders yesterday.
  • 下单
    Qǐng xiān què rèn shāng pǐn xìn xī zài xià dān.
    Please confirm the product information before placing an order.

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