در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Used for shipping physical goods after a purchase.
- Essential for online shopping and business contexts.
- Combines 'to send' (fā) and 'goods' (huò).
معنی
It literally means 'sending out the goods.' You use it whenever a seller ships an order or when you're asking about your package status.
مثالهای کلیدی
3 از 6Checking on a late order
老板，我的订单怎么还没发货？
Boss, why hasn't my order shipped yet?
Confirming a business task
我们今天下午会准时发货。
We will ship the goods on time this afternoon.
Texting a customer
亲，您的宝贝已经发货了哦！
Dear, your treasure has already been shipped!
زمینه فرهنگی
The rise of platforms like Taobao and Douyin has turned 'fāhuò' into a daily ritual. During major shopping festivals, the speed of 'fāhuò' is a point of national pride and intense competition among logistics companies. It reflects China's hyper-efficient 'express delivery' (kuàidì) culture.
The 'Qin' Factor
When talking to customer service, they will often call you `亲` (qīn). It's short for 'dear.' Always use `发货` with them to sound like a savvy shopper.
Not for Emails
If you are sending a digital file or an email, do NOT use `发货`. Use `发送` (fāsòng) instead. `发货` requires a physical box!
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Used for shipping physical goods after a purchase.
- Essential for online shopping and business contexts.
- Combines 'to send' (fā) and 'goods' (huò).
What It Means
发货 is the heartbeat of modern Chinese life. It describes the moment a seller hands your package to the courier. It is the bridge between clicking 'buy' and receiving your prize. In a world of massive e-commerce, this phrase is used millions of times daily. It is simple, direct, and incredibly satisfying to hear.
How To Use It
Use it as a verb to describe the action of shipping. You can ask a seller 什么时候发货？ (When will you ship?). You can also use it to describe your own business activities. It is a 'separable' concept, but usually stays together as one unit. Just put the subject before it and the time after it. It is as easy as ordering bubble tea.
When To Use It
Use it whenever money has changed hands for a physical object. It is perfect for checking on your Taobao or JD.com orders. Use it in a warehouse if you are working in logistics. It is also great for small business owners talking to customers. If you sell handmade crafts, this is your most important word. Even if you are just sending a gift to a friend via a courier, you can use it jokingly.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use 发货 for digital products like software or e-books. For those, use 发送 (fāsòng). Do not use it for moving house; that is 搬家 (bānjiā). Avoid using it for sending people; you cannot 'ship' your cousin to the airport. It is strictly for physical merchandise and commercial goods. Using it for a person might make you sound like a human trafficker by mistake!
Cultural Background
China has the world's most advanced delivery infrastructure. Because of 'Singles Day' (11.11), 发货 has become a source of anxiety and excitement. There are even memes about 'reminding the seller to ship' (催发货). It represents the speed and scale of the Chinese economy. Everyone from grandmas to Gen Z knows the joy of a 发货 notification. It is the modern version of waiting for a letter.
Common Variations
已经发货 (yǐjīng fāhuò) means 'already shipped.' 还没发货 (hái méi fāhuò) means 'not yet shipped.' You might also hear 现货 (xiànhuò) which means the item is in stock and ready to go. If you are in a rush, you ask for 快点发货 (kuài diǎn fāhuò). Sellers often say 亲，马上发货 (Dear, shipping right away) to keep you happy. It is the language of the digital marketplace.
نکات کاربردی
The phrase is very stable and doesn't change much across regions. Just remember that '货' (goods) is the key—if there's no physical product, don't use it.
The 'Qin' Factor
When talking to customer service, they will often call you `亲` (qīn). It's short for 'dear.' Always use `发货` with them to sound like a savvy shopper.
Not for Emails
If you are sending a digital file or an email, do NOT use `发货`. Use `发送` (fāsòng) instead. `发货` requires a physical box!
The 48-Hour Rule
In China, most buyers expect `发货` within 48 hours. If a seller takes longer, it's common to 'remind' them using the `催发货` button.
مثالها
6老板，我的订单怎么还没发货？
Boss, why hasn't my order shipped yet?
A common way to nudge a seller on shopping apps.
我们今天下午会准时发货。
We will ship the goods on time this afternoon.
Professional and reassuring for business partners.
亲，您的宝贝已经发货了哦！
Dear, your treasure has already been shipped!
Uses typical 'Taobao language' like '亲' and '宝贝'.
先把这批急件发货。
Ship this batch of urgent items first.
Direct and authoritative in a workplace setting.
你人呢？还没发货吗？
Where are you? Haven't you 'shipped' yourself yet?
Humorously treating the friend like a package.
今天有五百件要发货，累死了。
I have 500 items to ship today, I'm exhausted.
Expressing the stress of a busy sales day.
خودت رو بسنج
Choose the correct word to ask when the seller will ship the item.
请问你们什么时候___？
`发货` is the standard term for shipping goods in a commercial context.
Complete the sentence to say the goods have already been sent.
包裹已经___了，请查收。
`已经发货` means 'already shipped,' which is the correct status for a package in transit.
🎉 امتیاز: /2
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Formality of '发货'
Texting a friend about a shared order.
发货了吗？
Standard customer service interaction.
请问什么时候发货？
Official logistics or B2B communication.
本司将于今日发货。
Where to use '发货'
Online Shopping
Checking Taobao status
Business Meeting
Discussing supply chain
Warehouse
Managing inventory
Customer Support
Updating a buyer
بانک تمرین
2 تمرینها请问你们什么时候___？
`发货` is the standard term for shipping goods in a commercial context.
包裹已经___了，请查收。
`已经发货` means 'already shipped,' which is the correct status for a package in transit.
🎉 امتیاز: /2
سوالات متداول
10 سوالIt means 'to ship goods.' It is used when a seller sends out a physical product you bought, like 卖家发货了 (The seller shipped the goods).
Technically yes, but it sounds a bit commercial. For a personal gift, 寄东西 (jì dōngxi - send stuff) is more natural, though 发货 works if you're being funny.
It is neutral. You can use it in a professional business contract or in a casual chat with a customer service bot.
You say 什么时候发货？ (Shénme shíhòu fāhuò?). It is the most common question on Chinese shopping apps.
寄 (jì) means 'to mail' in general. 发货 specifically refers to the commercial act of shipping merchandise.
No, for digital files or software, use 发送 (fāsòng). 发货 implies there is a physical '货' (goods) involved.
It means 'already shipped.' You will see this status on your phone when your package is on its way.
Yes, it is perfectly appropriate for business logistics. For example: 我们会尽快发货 (We will ship as soon as possible).
It means 'to urge shipping.' It's a specific button or action you take when a seller is being too slow.
Yes! 发货人 (fāhuò rén) means the 'shipper' or 'consignor' on a shipping label.
عبارات مرتبط
快递
Express delivery / Courier
收货
To receive goods
退货
To return goods
下单
To place an order
