fan1 kei4 fu6 fun2分期付款
Jyutpingfan1 kei4 fu6 fun2
Yalefān kèih fuh fún
Definition
To pay in installments; to split a loan or payment into equal parts to be paid periodically.
colloquialmoneyshopping
How it's used
People often shorten this to just 分期 when the context of payment is already clear. It is frequently used in advertisements for electronics or expensive luxury goods to make the price seem more manageable. Using this term implies a formal arrangement with a bank or a credit card provider rather than a casual agreement between friends.
Examples
You can buy this phone by paying in installments.
Are you planning to pay for the car in installments?
Related words
Common phrases
installment payment plan
interest-free installment
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply paying later, as it specifically refers to a structured, recurring payment plan. It is not used for one-off delayed payments.
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