Chinese · Adjectives
便宜
piányi
Cheap
Beginneradjective
Definition
Costing little money.
Example
这里的水果很便宜。
The fruit here is very cheap.
Etymology
'便宜' (piányi) combines the characters for convenience and cheapness, historically signifying value in transactions and everyday purchases.
How & Where It’s Used
'便宜' is used predominantly in informal interactions but is also appropriate in written contexts, particularly when discussing prices in various regions.