Meaning and Usage
"低价" literally means "low price" and is commonly used to describe goods or services offered at a price lower than usual or competitive prices. It often implies affordability and value for money.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see "低价" in shopping, marketing, and sales contexts where sellers want to emphasize cost savings or discounts.
Collocations and Patterns
- 低价出售 (dījià chūshòu): sold at a low price, used to highlight affordability.
- 低价促销 (dījià cùxiāo): low-price promotion, common in advertising.
- 低价商品 (dījià shāngpǐn): low-priced goods, referring to inexpensive products.
Usage Notes
"低价" is a neutral term but often carries a positive connotation of being economical. However, it can sometimes imply lower quality, so context matters. When comparing with similar terms like "便宜" (piányi, cheap), "低价" is more formal and often used in commercial or written contexts.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse "低价" with "低价钱"; the latter is less common and redundant since "价" already means price. Also, "低价" focuses on the price level, not necessarily the quality or value beyond price.