Language/Yue-chinese/Vocabulary/At-the-Market
Introduction
Welcome to the Yue Chinese lesson on At the Market! In this lesson, you will learn essential vocabulary and useful phrases for shopping at the market in Yue Chinese. Whether you need to bargain for a better price or ask for the cost of an item, this lesson will equip you with the necessary tools to navigate the market like a pro.
At the Market Vocabulary
Below are some common vocabulary words you may encounter at the market. Review the table and practice saying each word aloud to improve your pronunciation.
| Yue Chinese | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| 新 鲜 | sām sīn | fresh |
| 价格 | gaa3 gei2 | price |
| 物 品 | mat6 ban2 | goods, merchandise |
| 手 掌 | sau2 zoeng2 | palm of the hand |
| 树 果 | syu6 gwo2 | fruit |
| 鸡 蛋 | gai1 daan2 | egg |
| 鱼 | jyu4 | fish |
| 肉 | juk6 | meat |
| 面 包 | min6 baau1 | bread |
| 米 饭 | mai5 faan6 | rice |
Useful Phrases
In addition to the above vocabulary, there are several useful phrases that will help you communicate effectively in the market. Practice saying each phrase aloud to improve your pronunciation.
Here are some phrases to help you navigate the market and find what you need:
- 我想买… (ngóh soeng5 maai5) – I want to buy…
- 请问这个多少钱？ (cing2 man6 ze6 gaan1 do1 siu2 cin2) – Excuse me, how much is this?
- 这个太贵了 (ze6 gaan1 taai3 gwai3 liu5) – This is too expensive.
- 能不能给个折扣？(nang4 m4 nang4 gěi3 go3 zhe2kòu4?) – Can you give me a discount?
- 多少钱？(do1 siu2 cin2?) – How much is it?
Bargaining
Here are some phrases to help you bargain for a better price:
- 你能不能便宜点儿？(nei5 nang4 m4 nang4 bin6 ji6 dim2 aa3?) – Can you make it cheaper?
- 实在是太贵了 (sat6 zoi6 si6 taai3 gwai3 liu5) – It’s really too expensive.
- 那还不如不买 (naa5 waan6 b4 jyu4 bù6 maai5) – Then I’d rather not buy it.
- 最后的价钱是多少？(zeoi3 hau6 dēi6 gaa3 cin2 sī2 do1 siu2?) – What’s the final price?
Paying
Here are some phrases to help you pay for your items:
- 我想买这个 (ngoh soeng maai zeh goh) – I want to buy this.
- 请告诉我该怎么付款？(ceng2 gou3 zyu6 ngoh goi1 jím4 fu6 fu3 mau5?) – Can you tell me how to pay for this?
- 这是我的购物袋 (jé si6 ngóh di1 gou3 máat6 doi2) – This is my shopping bag.
- 麻烦你开个小票 (maa4 faan6 nei5 hoi1 go3 siu2 piu3) – Can you give me a receipt?
Conclusion
Congratulations! You've completed the Yue Chinese lesson on At the Market. You should now be equipped with essential vocabulary and useful phrases to navigate any market in Yue Chinese. Practice these phrases with native speakers, watch Yue Chinese movies, and visit the market to refine and enhance your skills. Keep up the great work and continue practicing as you move through the Complete 0 to A1 Yue Chinese Course.