B1 verb Neutral 1 min read

供货

gonghuo /gōng huò/
Practice it

Gōng huò refers to the act of supplying goods, a key process in commerce.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • Supply goods to customers or stores.
  • Action of providing products in a transaction.
  • Common in business and retail contexts.

Overview

供货 (gōng huò) 是一个在商业和日常交易中非常常用的动词，意为“提供商品”或“供应货物”。它描述了商品从供应方流向需求方的过程。这个词语强调的是供应的动作和商品本身。

经济新闻：常常报道市场供货情况，如“某商品供货紧张”。

提供比供货更通用，可以指提供任何东西，包括物品、帮助、机会、意见等。例如：提供帮助，提供信息。供货是提供的一种具体形式，特指商品。

Examples

1

这家工厂主要为国内市场供货。

everyday

This factory mainly supplies goods to the domestic market.

2

由于天气原因，部分地区的蔬菜供货出现紧张。

formal

Due to weather reasons, there is a tight supply of vegetables in some areas.

3

老板说这批货明天才能供货，让我再等等。

informal

The boss said this batch of goods won't be available until tomorrow, asking me to wait.

4

该研究探讨了不同供应商的供货能力及其对供应链韧性的影响。

academic

This study explores the supply capabilities of different suppliers and their impact on supply chain resilience.

Common Collocations

稳定供货 stable supply
及时供货 timely supply
优先供货 priority supply
供货合同 supply contract
供货渠道 supply channel

Common Phrases

供货商

supplier

供货合同

supply contract

供货不足

insufficient supply

Often Confused With

供货 vs 供应 (gōng yìng)

'供应' is a broader term that can refer to supplying anything, including energy, services, or information. '供货' is specifically about supplying physical goods.

供货 vs 提供 (tí gōng)

'提供' is a very general verb meaning 'to provide' or 'to offer'. It can be used for goods, but also for help, opportunities, or opinions. '供货' is a more specific type of '提供' focused on goods.

Grammar Patterns

供货 + (对象) 供货 + (数量/情况)

How to Use It

Usage Notes

The term '供货' is predominantly used in business and economic contexts. It implies a formal transaction where goods are exchanged for payment. While it can be understood in informal settings, more general terms like '提供' might be preferred for casual interactions.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '供货' (to supply goods) with '进货' (to purchase goods) or '采购' (to procure). Remember that '供货' is from the perspective of the seller or supplier.

Tips

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Focus on the supply action

Remember that '供货' emphasizes the act of providing goods, often in a business-to-business or business-to-consumer context.

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Distinguish from '进货'

Be careful not to confuse '供货' (supplying) with '进货' (purchasing goods), which is the action of the buyer.

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Importance in supply chains

Reliable '供货' is crucial for the smooth functioning of supply chains and the stability of markets, impacting both businesses and consumers.

Word Origin

The character '供' originally depicted an offering to a superior. '货' refers to goods or merchandise. Together, they form the concept of providing goods, especially in a commercial sense.

Cultural Context

In Chinese business culture, reliable '供货' is a cornerstone of trust and long-term relationships. Consistent and timely supply builds reputation and fosters partnerships.

Memory Tip

Think of '供' (gōng) as 'give' and '货' (huò) as 'goods'. So, '供货' is literally 'give goods'.

Frequently Asked Questions

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供货特指提供商品，而供应的范围更广，可以指提供各种资源、服务或信息，不限于商品。

“供货不足”表示市场上可供销售的商品数量少于市场需求，导致商品短缺。

供应商是指向其他公司或个人提供商品或服务的企业或个人。

虽然主要用于商业，但在非正式场合，也可以用来表示一方为另一方提供某种物品或资源，例如朋友间互相“供货”。

Test Yourself

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这家公司主要向全国各地的超市______。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 供货

句意是公司提供商品给超市，故用‘供货’最合适。

multiple choice

以下哪个词语最准确地描述了“提供商品”这个动作？

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 供货

‘供货’是专门指提供商品的行为，比‘供应’和‘提供’更具体。

sentence building

请将以下词语组成一个通顺的句子：我们 / 稳定 / 供货 / 保证 / 客户 / 。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 我们保证为客户稳定供货。

这个句子结构完整，语意清晰，表达了‘我们’向‘客户’‘稳定地提供商品’的意思。

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