hoi1 gaa3開價开价
Jyutpinghoi1 gaa3
Yalehōi ga
Definition
To state, quote, or offer a price.
colloquialmoneyshopping
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the initial act of putting a number on the table during a negotiation. It implies that the price is subject to change or negotiation rather than being a final, fixed cost. It is frequently used in real estate or second-hand markets where haggling is expected.
Examples
He quoted such a high price, who could possibly afford to buy it?
Related words
Common phrases
to quote an excessively high price
to quote a reasonable price
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with selling something directly. It only refers to the act of stating the initial price, not the completion of the 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.
