baan6 fo3辦貨办货
Jyutpingbaan6 fo3
Yalebaahn fo
Definition
To purchase a batch of goods.
colloquialworkshopping
How it's used
Refers specifically to the act of sourcing or purchasing inventory for a business rather than casual shopping for personal use. It carries a professional or semi-professional tone, often implying a trip to a wholesale market or a factory to secure stock.
Examples
I need to go to Shenzhen to purchase goods next week.
When are you going to purchase goods?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this for buying groceries or personal items at a supermarket, as it implies a commercial or wholesale context.
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Grammar guides
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