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Definition
To participate in a competitive bidding, tender, or auction process.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the act of competing against others to secure a contract or purchase an asset. It carries a formal tone often associated with business, government tenders, or high stakes auctions. Unlike general shopping or buying, it implies a structured process where price or terms are weighed against other participants.
Examples
They want to bid for that plot of land to build a building.
Are you planning to bid for this government project?
Related words
Common phrases
bid for a project
participate in competitive bidding
Common mistake
Avoid using this for everyday shopping or casual buying, as it specifically implies a competitive process rather than a simple transaction.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
