A2 Collocation तटस्थ 3 मिनट पढ़ने का समय

low price

سعر منخفض

Use `low price` to describe a good deal without insulting the quality of the item.

15 सेकंड में

  • Refers to items that cost a small amount of money.
  • More polite and professional than using the word 'cheap'.
  • Used in shopping, business, and everyday casual conversations.

मतलब

This phrase describes something that costs very little money. It is the opposite of expensive and means you are getting a good deal.

मुख्य उदाहरण

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1

Shopping for groceries

I found eggs at a very low price today.

I found eggs at a very low price today.

🤝
2

In a business meeting

We need to maintain a low price to stay competitive.

We need to maintain a low price to stay competitive.

💼
3

Texting a friend about a sale

Check this out! The boots are at a super low price.

Check this out! The boots are at a super low price.

😊
🌍

सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि

The concept of the 'low price' is central to Western consumer culture, especially in the US and UK. It is the foundation of 'Value' marketing, where brands like Walmart or Tesco build their entire identity around this phrase. Interestingly, while 'cheap' can be an insult to quality, 'low price' is almost always seen as a positive economic attribute.

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Price vs. Cost

Use `low price` for the tag on the item. Use `low cost` when talking about the total effort or expense of doing something.

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The 'Cheap' Trap

Be careful! Calling a gift `cheap` might hurt someone's feelings. Saying it has a `low price` sounds much more respectful.

15 सेकंड में

  • Refers to items that cost a small amount of money.
  • More polite and professional than using the word 'cheap'.
  • Used in shopping, business, and everyday casual conversations.

What It Means

Low price is a simple way to say something is cheap. It means the cost is small compared to other things. It focuses on the actual number on the price tag. You use it when you want to sound objective. It is the friendly neighbor of the word cheap. While cheap can sometimes mean 'bad quality', low price usually just means 'good for your wallet'.

How To Use It

You can use it as a noun phrase. Put it after verbs like have, offer, or find. For example, "This store has a low price on apples." You can also use it to describe a specific item. It is very flexible. You can use it for a cup of coffee or a brand new car. Just remember it is a factual statement about money. It is like telling a friend, "Hey, look! This costs less than we thought!"

When To Use It

Use it when you are shopping with friends. Use it when you are writing a business report. It works perfectly when you compare two items. "The blue shirt has a low price, but the red one is expensive." It is great for advertisements too. If you are selling your old bike, use this phrase. It sounds professional and inviting. It makes people feel like they are saving money.

When NOT To Use It

Do not use it if something is free. Low still means you have to pay something! Also, avoid it if you are talking about someone's salary. Saying someone has a low price sounds like you are buying the person! That would be a very awkward dinner conversation. If something is very high quality, using low price might make it sound 'too good to be true'. People might get suspicious if a diamond ring has a low price.

Cultural Background

In English-speaking cultures, people love a bargain. Finding a low price is like a national sport. There are entire holidays like Black Friday dedicated to this. People will wait in line for hours just for a low price. It represents being 'smart' with your money. In the US and UK, bragging about a low price is common. It shows you are a savvy shopper who knows how to hunt for deals.

Common Variations

You will often hear low prices in the plural. This usually refers to a whole store. You might also hear lowest price. That means no one else is selling it for less. Sometimes people say budget-friendly or affordable. These are just fancier ways to say the same thing. If you want to sound more casual, you can say a steal. But low price remains the most reliable, clear choice for everyone.

इस्तेमाल की जानकारी

The phrase is universally understood and safe in all contexts. It is a 'safe' alternative to 'cheap' which can carry negative connotations about quality.

💡

Price vs. Cost

Use `low price` for the tag on the item. Use `low cost` when talking about the total effort or expense of doing something.

⚠️

The 'Cheap' Trap

Be careful! Calling a gift `cheap` might hurt someone's feelings. Saying it has a `low price` sounds much more respectful.

💬

The 'Price Match' Secret

In many US stores, if you find a `low price` at a competitor, they will give you that same price. Just ask for a 'price match'!

उदाहरण

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#1 Shopping for groceries
🤝

I found eggs at a very low price today.

I found eggs at a very low price today.

Used to share a good find with a family member.

#2 In a business meeting
💼

We need to maintain a low price to stay competitive.

We need to maintain a low price to stay competitive.

Used as a strategic term in a professional setting.

#3 Texting a friend about a sale
😊

Check this out! The boots are at a super low price.

Check this out! The boots are at a super low price.

Casual excitement about a discount.

#4 A funny realization
😄

The pizza has a low price, but my gym membership doesn't!

The pizza has a low price, but my gym membership doesn't!

Using contrast for a lighthearted joke.

#5 Complaining about costs
💭

I just want to find a house with a low price, is that too much to ask?

I just want to find a house with a low price, is that too much to ask?

Expressing frustration about the housing market.

#6 Reading an advertisement
👔

Enjoy luxury travel at a low price this summer.

Enjoy luxury travel at a low price this summer.

Standard marketing language to attract customers.

खुद को परखो

Choose the best word to complete the sentence about a bargain.

I bought this laptop at a very ___ price during the Black Friday sale.

✓ सही! ✗ बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: low

In English, we collocate 'price' with 'low' or 'high', not 'small' or 'short'.

Complete the business goal statement.

Our goal is to offer the ___ price in the city.

✓ सही! ✗ बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: lowest

The superlative 'lowest' is used when comparing one price against all others.

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विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स

Formality of 'Low Price'

Informal

Using 'cheap' or 'a steal'

This was a steal!

Neutral

Using 'low price' in daily life

It has a low price.

Formal

Using 'economical' or 'cost-effective'

It is a cost-effective solution.

Where to use 'Low Price'

Low Price
🛒

Supermarket

Low price on milk

🏠

Real Estate

Low price for the area

💻

Online Shopping

Sort by low price

📦

Garage Sale

Everything at a low price

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल

10 सवाल

Mostly, yes. However, low price is more neutral and factual, while cheap can sometimes imply that the quality is bad.

It is better to say low price. While people might understand 'small price', low is the standard word used with price in English.

Use lowest price when you are comparing three or more things and one is the absolute cheapest, like the lowest price in the mall.

It is okay if you are talking about products, but if you are talking about your salary, use terms like competitive salary instead.

The opposite is high price. You can also say something is expensive or costly.

Yes! You can say, 'That salon offers haircuts at a low price.' It works for both goods and services.

It is neutral. It is safe to use with your boss, your grandmother, or a cashier at the store.

You can say 'at a low price' or 'has a low price'. For example: 'I bought this at a low price.'

Not exactly. A discount is a reduction in price. A low price is just the current state of the price, whether it was reduced or not.

Yes! Low-priced is an adjective. You can say 'a low-priced car' to describe the car directly.

संबंधित मुहावरे

Affordable

Budget-friendly

Inexpensive

Reasonably priced

A bargain

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