hoi1 cong1開倉开仓
Jyutpinghoi1 cong1
Yalehōi chōng
Definition
To have a warehouse sale, or to open a position in the financial markets.
- to have a warehouse sale, offering goods at a discounted price
- technicalto open a position (in financial markets such as futures and options)
colloquialshoppingmoney
How it's used
Originally referring to opening a warehouse for wholesale distribution, this term has evolved into a common marketing buzzword for major clearance events. It implies that the goods are being sold directly from storage, often suggesting a significant discount compared to retail prices. While it can technically refer to opening a financial position, in everyday conversation, it almost exclusively refers to shopping sales.
Examples
This shop is having a warehouse sale tomorrow, the clothes are very cheap.
Do you know where there is a warehouse sale for sneakers?
Related words
Common phrases
massive warehouse clearance sale
warehouse sale discount
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the general term for a store opening, which is 開張. Using 開倉 for a new shop opening will cause confusion as it specifically signals a clearance or discounted stock event.
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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.
