Meaning and Usage
"出租" means to rent out or lease something, typically property or vehicles. It is a verb used when someone offers something for rent to others.
Common Contexts
You will often see "出租" used in real estate contexts (e.g., 房子出租) or vehicle rental services (e.g., 出租汽车). It implies the owner is providing the item temporarily in exchange for payment.
Collocations and Patterns
These collocations are very common and useful for everyday conversations about renting.
Usage Notes
"出租" focuses on the act of leasing out from the owner's perspective. It contrasts with "租" which can mean to rent (from someone else). Avoid confusing "出租" with "租用" which is more formal or technical.
Summary
Use "出租" when you want to say someone is leasing or renting out something they own. It is a practical word for housing, vehicles, and other rental services.