B2 noun Neutral 1 min read

摊位

tanwei /tʰan⁵⁵ weɪ⁵¹/
Practice it

A 'tānwèi' is a specific stall or booth space used for commerce or display within a larger venue.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • A designated space for selling or displaying goods in a market.
  • Commonly used for night markets, food stalls, and trade fair booths.
  • Refers to the physical spot or small structure assigned to a vendor.

Overview

“摊位”是一个由“摊”（摆开、铺开）和“位”（位置）组成的合成词。它描述的是在较大的公共交易场所中，分配给个人或企业的具体经营空间。2) Usage Patterns: 动词常搭配“租用”、“申请”、“布置”或“撤销”。量词通常使用“个”或“处”，在专业展会中也常用“个标准摊位”。3) Common Contexts: 广泛应用于菜市场（农贸摊位）、夜市（小吃摊位）、书展（出版社摊位）以及各类大型国际贸易博览会（企业展位）。4) Similar Words comparison: 与“店铺” (diànpù) 相比，“摊位”通常没有独立的门脸和围墙，空间较为开放且规模较小；与“柜台” (guìtái) 相比，“摊位”更强调所占据的一块地面空间，而“柜台”侧重于指代那种长条形的展示桌台。

Examples

1

这个摊位专门卖手工制作的饰品。

everyday

This stall specializes in selling handmade jewelry.

2

参展商需要在下周前确认他们的摊位号。

formal

Exhibitors need to confirm their booth numbers by next week.

3

快收摊了，那个摊位的蔬菜都在打折。

informal

The market is closing soon; the vegetables at that stall are all on sale.

4

摊位的空间分布对人流量有着显著影响。

academic

The spatial distribution of stalls has a significant impact on pedestrian flow.

Common Collocations

租赁摊位 to rent a stall
标准摊位 standard booth
热门摊位 popular stall

Common Phrases

临时摊位

temporary stall

固定摊位

fixed stall

摊位招租

stall for rent

Often Confused With

摊位 vs 店铺

A 'diànpù' is a permanent shop with a fixed structure, while a 'tānwèi' is a smaller, often temporary space within a market.

摊位 vs 柜台

A 'guìtái' is the physical counter or desk, whereas 'tānwèi' refers to the entire allocated area or spot.

Grammar Patterns

在...设摊位 租一个摊位 摊位号是...

How to Use It

Usage Notes

The term is neutral and used in both formal business (exhibitions) and informal daily life (street markets). In professional exhibition settings, 'zhǎnwèi' (展位) is more common, while in Cantonese-speaking areas, 'dàngkǒu' (档口) is frequently used instead.

Common Mistakes

Avoid using 'tānwèi' to describe a large department store or a multi-room shop. Also, do not confuse it with 'zuòwèi' (seat), even though both end in 'wèi'.

Tips

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Differentiating from fixed physical shops

Remember that a 'tānwèi' is usually part of a larger market or hall, while a 'diànpù' is an independent shop.

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Contextual Nuance in Trade Shows

In professional trade show contexts, prefer using 'zhǎnwèi' (展位) instead of 'tānwèi' to sound more formal.

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The Rise of the Stall Economy

In China, the 'Stall Economy' (地摊经济) is a significant cultural and economic phenomenon used to boost local employment.

Word Origin

'Tān' (摊) means to spread out or unfold; 'wèi' (位) means position or place. Combined, it describes a place where goods are spread out for sale.

Cultural Context

Stalls are the backbone of Chinese night markets, which are essential to social life and the 'night economy' in many Chinese cities.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tān' (摊) as spreading your goods out on a table, and 'wèi' (位) as the position or 'seat' you take in the market.

Frequently Asked Questions

4 questions

“摊位”更正式，侧重于指代那个具体的位置或编号；“摊子”比较口语化，除了指实体的摊位，还可以比喻一个组织机构或正在进行的生意。

可以，在正式的博览会或展览中，通常使用“展位” (zhǎnwèi) 一词，显得更加专业。

通常说“摆摊” (bǎi tān) 或“设摊位”。“摆摊”是动宾短语，指代整个经营行为。

摊位费 (tānwèifèi) 是指租用该位置所需支付的租金或管理费用。

Test Yourself

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由于地理位置优越，这个___的租金非常高。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: a

“摊位”指经营的位置，符合“租金”和“地理位置”的商业语境。

multiple choice

他们在博览会的中心区域___了一个精美的摊位。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: b

“布置” (to decorate/arrange) 是描述准备摊位最常用的动词。

sentence building

租了 / 卖 / 两个 / 他 / 水果 / 摊位 / 菜市场 / 在

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: b

正确的句子结构应为：主语 + 地点状语 + 谓语动词 + 宾语 + 目的状语。

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