jing3 si5應市应市
Jyutpingjing3 si5
Yaleying síh
Definition
To respond to the market
neutralshoppingfood
How it's used
This term is specifically used for goods or services that appear in stores to satisfy seasonal or periodic demand. It implies a strategic timing rather than just a general product launch. You will most frequently hear it in the context of festive foods like mooncakes, rice dumplings, or seasonal fruit.
Examples
le1 fun2 jyut6 beng2 haa6 go3 lai5 baai3 zau6 wui6 ji5 jing3 si5 laa3
呢款月餅下個禮拜就會應市喇。
This type of mooncake will be out on the market next week.
gam1 nin4 jau5 mou5 me1 san1 caan2 ban2 jing3 si5 aa4
今年有冇咩新產品應市呀？
Are there any new products hitting the market this year?
Related words
Common phrases
san1 fo3 jing3 si5
新貨應市
new goods hitting the market
gon2 kap6 jing3 si5
趕及應市
to arrive in time for the market demand
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
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.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
