sok3 gaa3索價索价
Jyutpingsok3 gaa3
Yalesok ga
Definition
To ask for or demand a certain price, especially as a starting point for negotiation.
colloquialmoneyshopping
How it's used
Focuses on the act of setting a starting price, often implying that the seller is initiating a negotiation. It is frequently used in contexts where the price might be considered high or negotiable, rather than a fixed retail price. The term carries a slightly formal or business-oriented nuance compared to just saying 賣幾多錢.
Examples
He is asking ten thousand dollars for the old watch, which is really expensive.
Do you think the price this shop is asking is reasonable?
Related words
Common phrases
to ask an exorbitant price
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a simple verb meaning to sell, but it specifically refers to the act of stating a price. It is not used for the final transaction price, but rather the initial quote.
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Grammar guides
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