便宜 (piányi)
adjective · Beginner · Adjectives
Meaning
English: Cheap
Costing little money.
Examples
🗣 这里的水果很便宜。
💬 The fruit here is very cheap.
Etymology
‘便宜’ (piányi) combines the characters for convenience and cheapness, historically signifying value in transactions and everyday purchases.
How & Where It’s Used
‘便宜’ is used predominantly in informal interactions but is also appropriate in written contexts, particularly when discussing prices in various regions.
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Tags: adjective, money