Dictionary
English - Chinese
Sale
seɪl
Extremely common
500 - 600
500 - 600
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
销售, 促销, 出让, 买卖
Sale meanings in Chinese
销售
Example:
The sale of the new product exceeded expectations.
新产品的销售超出了预期。
During the sale, many customers flocked to the store.
在促销期间，许多顾客涌向商店。
Usage: formalContext: Business, marketing, retail
Note: 指的是商品或服务的交易，通常涉及金钱的交换。
促销
Example:
The store is having a sale this weekend.
商店这个周末正在进行促销。
I bought these shoes on sale.
我在促销时买了这双鞋。
Usage: informalContext: Shopping, retail
Note: 通常指特定时间段内的折扣活动，吸引顾客购买商品。
出让
Example:
The sale of the land was finalized yesterday.
土地的出让昨天已完成。
They are planning the sale of their old car.
他们正在计划出售他们的旧车。
Usage: formalContext: Legal, real estate
Note: 指的是财产或资产的转让，通常需要法律文件。
买卖
Example:
The sale of goods is regulated by law.
商品的买卖受到法律的监管。
He is involved in the sale of antiques.
他参与古董的买卖。
Usage: formalContext: Commerce, trade
Note: 泛指商品或服务的交换，包含商业交易的各个方面。
Sale's synonyms
discount
A discount refers to a reduction in the price of a product or service.
Example: There is a big discount on electronics this weekend.
Note: While a sale involves offering products at reduced prices, a discount specifically refers to the reduction itself.
promotion
A promotion is a marketing strategy to increase sales by offering special deals or incentives.
Example: The store is running a promotion on skincare products.
Note: A promotion is a broader term that encompasses various marketing activities, including sales, discounts, giveaways, etc.
clearance
A clearance sale is used to sell off remaining stock quickly, usually at significantly reduced prices.
Example: The bookstore is having a clearance sale on old inventory.
Note: A clearance sale typically refers to selling off old or excess inventory to make room for new products.
deal
A deal refers to an agreement or arrangement, especially one that provides a benefit.
Example: I got a great deal on a new laptop during the holiday season.
Note: While a sale involves the selling of products at reduced prices, a deal can also refer to a favorable arrangement or agreement between parties.
Sale expressions, common phrases
On sale
When something is on sale, it means it is being sold at a reduced price or at a discount.
Example: These shoes are on sale for 50% off.
Note: The phrase 'on sale' specifically refers to something being offered at a discounted price, whereas 'sale' in general refers to the act of selling goods or services.
Sale out
When products are selling out, it means that they are being bought quickly and may soon no longer be available for purchase.
Example: Hurry up! The tickets are selling out fast.
Note: While 'sale' refers to the act of selling, 'selling out' specifically refers to products being bought quickly and becoming unavailable.
Fire sale
A fire sale is a promotion or event where goods are sold at heavily discounted prices, typically to raise money quickly or clear out inventory.
Example: The store had a fire sale to get rid of old inventory.
Note: A fire sale is a specific type of sale that involves selling goods at very low prices, often due to urgent circumstances, like the need to raise funds quickly.
Garage sale
A garage sale is a sale of used household items, typically held in the garage or outside the home, where people can buy items at low prices.
Example: We are having a garage sale this weekend to declutter our home.
Note: A garage sale is a specific type of sale that involves selling second-hand items directly from one's home, often to declutter or make extra money.
White sale
A white sale is a promotion or event where linens, especially bed linens and towels, are sold at discounted prices.
Example: The department store is having a white sale on bedding and towels.
Note: A white sale is a specific type of sale that focuses on discounted prices for linens, whereas a general 'sale' can refer to various discounted goods.
Closeout sale
A closeout sale is a sale where products are sold at reduced prices to clear out remaining inventory before closing down or discontinuing a product line.
Example: The furniture store is having a closeout sale on all remaining inventory.
Note: A closeout sale specifically refers to selling off remaining inventory before closing down, while a general 'sale' can refer to any promotion or event with discounted prices.
Yard sale
A yard sale is a sale of used household items, clothing, or other goods, typically held in the yard or driveway of a home.
Example: We are hosting a yard sale to sell old furniture and clothes.
Note: A yard sale is a specific type of sale that takes place outdoors at a residential property, often to sell unwanted items or raise money.
Sale everyday (slang) expressions
Bargain
As a slang term, 'bargain' refers to something bought for a good price or value, often lower than the usual cost. It highlights the perception of getting something for less than expected.
Example: I found a real bargain on these books at the thrift store.
Note: Unlike 'sale,' 'bargain' specifically denotes a good deal or opportunity for a lower price, rather than the general act of offering goods at reduced prices.
Steal
In colloquial speech, 'steal' describes an item purchased at an incredibly low price, offering exceptional value or savings. It implies obtaining something valuable for far less than it is worth.
Example: I couldn't believe it when I found this designer bag for $20; it was a steal!
Note: 'Steal' conveys the idea of getting an item at a substantially lower price, emphasizing the incredible value gained in the purchase, as opposed to merely participating in a sale event.
Savings
In everyday conversation, 'savings' refers to the reduction in cost or the amount of money saved when purchasing items at lower prices. It emphasizes the financial benefits obtained through reduced-price transactions.
Example: I love shopping online because of the savings you can find compared to in-store prices.
Note: 'Savings' highlights the money saved or preserved as a result of purchasing items during a sale or at lower prices, whereas 'sale' focuses on the act of selling goods for less without direct emphasis on the monetary benefit to the buyer.
Markdown
When used informally, 'markdown' refers to the process of reducing the price of goods for sale, typically to clear inventory or attract customers. It conveys the idea of lowering prices to spur purchases.
Example: The store manager decided to do a markdown on all summer merchandise to make space for fall items.
Note: While 'markdown' specifically addresses the act of reducing prices to sell goods swiftly, 'sale' is a broader term encompassing any event where items are offered at discounted prices without focusing on the act of price reduction itself.
Sale - Examples
The store is having a big sale this weekend.
这家商店这个周末正在进行大促销。
I bought this shirt on sale for half price.
我以半价买了这件衬衫。
The summer vásár is always a popular event in our town.
夏季集市在我们镇上总是一个受欢迎的活动。
Sale grammar
Sale - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: sale
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): sales, sale
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): sale
Syllables, Separation and Stress
sale Contains 1 syllables: sale
Phonetic transcription: ˈsāl
sale , ˈsāl (The red syllable is stressed)
Sale - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
sale: 500 - 600 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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