cyun4 fo3存貨存货
Jyutpingcyun4 fo3
Yalechyùhn fo
Definition
Stock, stockpile, or inventory; goods stored in a shop or warehouse that have not yet been sold.
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How it's used
Primarily used in business or retail contexts to refer to goods sitting in a warehouse or on shelves. While it sounds professional, it is frequently used in casual shop talk to discuss whether a specific item is still available for purchase.
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pai1批pāiExamples
This shop has very little stock, many styles are out of stock.
How much stock is left in the warehouse that hasn't been cleared yet?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 存錢, which refers to saving money. Learners sometimes mistakenly use 存貨 to describe personal belongings kept at home, but it is strictly for commercial inventory.
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