English–Chinese
“expensive” in Chinese
How to say “expensive” in Chinese
“Expensive” in Chinese is 贵 (guì).
Something held high in value: it may cost a lot, be precious, or show respect for a person.
Example sentences with 贵
这双鞋子有点儿贵，可以便宜点儿吗？zhè shuāng xié zi yóu diǎnr guì ké yǐ pián yi diǎnr ma
These shoes are a little expensive; can they be a little cheaper?
Tips for using 贵
- English speakers may hear your as ownership, but in 贵姓 (guìxìng, "honored surname") the word politely shows respect and does not say that a surname costs a lot.
Other Chinese words for “expensive”
这件衣服很昂贵。zhè jiàn yī fú hěn áng guì
This piece of clothing is very expensive.
这件古董很名贵，不要随便碰。zhè jiàn gú dǒng hěn míng guì bú yào suí biàn pèng
This antique is very expensive, so don't touch it carelessly.
市场上有很多高价商品。shì chǎng shàng yǒu hěn duō gāo jià shāng pǐn
There are many expensive products on the market.