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Explicação de 할인 no seu nível:

A discount means you pay less money. If a shirt costs $10 and there is a discount, you might pay only $8. It is a good way to save money when you go shopping!

When you see a discount, it means the price is lower than normal. Stores often use discounts to help people buy things. You can ask, 'Do you have a discount for students?'

A discount is a reduction in price, often expressed as a percentage. It is a common strategy in retail to attract customers. You might receive a discount for bulk purchases or during holiday sales.

The term discount is widely used in commercial contexts to denote a price concession. Beyond retail, it can also refer to the act of disregarding an idea or information, as in 'to discount a rumor.' Understanding the nuance between the financial and figurative meanings is key.

In advanced economic discourse, a discount often relates to the time value of money or the adjustment of future cash flows to present value. Figuratively, to discount something is to dismiss its importance or validity. This dual usage reflects the word's evolution from simple arithmetic to complex socio-economic concepts.

Etymologically, discount encapsulates the tension between 'counting' and 'deducting.' In academic or literary contexts, it implies a critical skepticism—to discount a theory is to perform an intellectual audit. Mastering this word requires navigating its transition from a merchant's tool to a sophisticated instrument of logical analysis and critical appraisal.

할인 em 30 segundos

  • Discount means a price reduction.
  • Can be used as a noun or verb.
  • Common in retail and business.
  • Pronunciation changes based on usage.

Hey there! Let's talk about the word discount. In Korean, this is 할인. It is basically the best part of shopping, right? When you see a sign that says '20% off,' that is a discount.

Think of it as a little gift from the seller to the buyer. It makes things more affordable and helps stores sell their goods faster. Whether it is a seasonal sale or a student discount, the core meaning is always paying less than the original price tag.

The word discount comes from the Old French word desconter, which literally means 'to count off.' It evolved from the Latin dis- (away) and computare (to count).

Historically, it was used in banking and finance long before it became a retail term. Merchants would 'count off' a portion of a debt if it was paid early. Over the centuries, it moved from the bank ledger to the storefront window, becoming the common term we use today for any price reduction.

You will hear discount used in many ways. You can get a discount, offer a discount, or ask for a discount. It is very common in business and daily shopping.

In formal settings, you might hear 'a discount on the interest rate.' In casual settings, you might just say 'Is there a discount?' It is a neutral word, so it fits perfectly in almost any situation involving money and trade.

While 'discount' isn't always in idioms, we do use related phrases. 1. At a discount: To buy something for less than its value. 2. Discount the possibility: To disregard something as unlikely. 3. Deep discount: A very large price reduction. 4. Student discount: A special price for learners. 5. Group discount: A deal for many people buying together.

The word discount can be a noun (the discount) or a verb (to discount). As a noun, the stress is on the first syllable: DIS-count. As a verb, the stress is often on the second: dis-COUNT.

It is a countable noun, so you can have 'one discount' or 'many discounts.' It rhymes with words like account, amount, and surmount. Always remember to check your stress pattern based on whether you are talking about the price (noun) or the act of ignoring something (verb).

Curiosidade

The word was originally used by bankers to calculate interest deductions.

Guia de pronúncia

UK /ˈdɪskaʊnt/

Short 'i' sound, followed by 'skownt'.

EUA /ˈdɪskaʊnt/

Clear 'd', 'i', 's', 'k', 'ow', 'n', 't'.

Erros comuns

  • Mixing up the d/t sounds
  • Misplacing the stress
  • Pronouncing the 'o' as a long 'o'

Rima com

account amount count mount surmount

Nível de dificuldade

Leitura 1/5

Very easy to read.

Escrita 2/5

Simple to use in sentences.

Expressão oral 2/5

Common in daily speech.

Audição 1/5

Very clear.

O que aprender depois

Pré-requisitos

price money buy store

Aprenda a seguir

negotiate coupon rebate bargain

Avançado

concession valuation fiscal

Gramática essencial

Noun vs Verb Stress

DIS-count vs dis-COUNT

Countable Nouns

One discount, two discounts

Prepositional usage

Discount on something

Exemplos por nível

1

The shirt has a discount.

shirt / has / discount

Noun usage

2

I like a big discount.

I / like / big / discount

Adjective + Noun

3

Is there a discount?

is / there / discount

Question form

4

The price is low.

price / is / low

Synonym context

5

I save money today.

I / save / money

Result of discount

6

The store has a sale.

store / has / sale

Related term

7

It is cheap now.

it / is / cheap

Simple description

8

I buy it on sale.

I / buy / on / sale

Prepositional phrase

1

The store offers a 10% discount.

2

I used a coupon for a discount.

3

Are there any student discounts?

4

The discount made it affordable.

5

We found a discount online.

6

The price includes a discount.

7

I love shopping with discounts.

8

The discount ends tomorrow.

1

The company is offering a seasonal discount.

2

I managed to negotiate a small discount.

3

Bulk orders qualify for a 20% discount.

4

Don't discount his advice too quickly.

5

The discount applies to all items.

6

She was happy to receive a discount.

7

The store provides a discount for members.

8

We should ask if they offer a discount.

1

The manager decided to discount the customer's complaint.

2

Investors often discount the risks of new startups.

3

The price was heavily discounted for the holiday.

4

We cannot simply discount the evidence provided.

5

The discount rate has changed significantly.

6

He offered a discount to secure the contract.

7

Many retailers use discounts to clear inventory.

8

The market tends to discount bad news quickly.

1

The analyst chose to discount the outliers in the data set.

2

We must not discount the possibility of a market correction.

3

The discount on the bond price reflects current interest rates.

4

His theory was discounted by the scientific community.

5

The firm's valuation was discounted due to poor management.

6

We have to discount the rumors until we have proof.

7

The discount factor is crucial in financial modeling.

8

Critics were quick to discount the film's artistic merit.

1

The historian discounted the primary source as biased propaganda.

2

The central bank may discount the impact of temporary inflation.

3

The asset was sold at a deep discount to its book value.

4

One should never discount the power of persistence.

5

The discount mechanism is central to the pricing model.

6

His opinion was discounted by those in power.

7

The market has already discounted the upcoming tax changes.

8

We cannot discount the cultural implications of this policy.

Colocações comuns

offer a discount
get a discount
ask for a discount
apply a discount
deep discount
student discount
group discount
10% discount
receive a discount
substantial discount

Expressões idiomáticas

"at a discount"

At a lower price than usual.

I bought this laptop at a discount.

neutral

"discount the possibility"

To decide something is not likely.

We cannot discount the possibility of rain.

formal

"take with a grain of salt"

To be skeptical of something (related to 'discounting' truth).

Take his advice with a grain of salt.

casual

"buy into"

To accept or believe (opposite of discounting).

I don't buy into that theory.

casual

"write off"

To dismiss or consider as a loss (similar to discounting).

Don't write off your chances yet.

casual

"give a break"

To offer a discount or leniency.

Can you give me a break on the price?

casual

Fácil de confundir

할인 vs Rebate

Both involve saving money.

Rebates are post-purchase; discounts are at-purchase.

I got a discount at the register, but a rebate in the mail.

할인 vs Sale

Both mean lower prices.

Sale is the event; discount is the amount reduced.

The store is having a sale with 20% discounts.

할인 vs Coupon

Both provide savings.

Coupon is a voucher; discount is the result.

I used a coupon to get a discount.

할인 vs Bargain

Both relate to good deals.

Bargain is the item bought; discount is the reduction.

This shirt was a real bargain at a 50% discount.

Padrões de frases

A2

Subject + offer + a + discount

The shop offers a discount.

B1

Subject + get + a + discount + on + noun

I got a discount on the book.

B1

There + be + a + discount + for + noun

There is a discount for members.

C1

Subject + discount + noun

He discounted my ideas.

B2

Noun + be + discounted + by + amount

The price was discounted by 10%.

Família de palavras

Substantivos

discounter A store that sells goods cheaply.

Verbos

discount To reduce price or disregard.

Adjetivos

discounted Reduced in price.

Relacionado

sale synonymous concept
price the base element

Como usar

frequency

9

Escala de formalidade

Concession (formal) Reduction (neutral) Discount (neutral) Cut (casual)

Dicas

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The 'Count' Trick

Remember it as 'counting' the money away from the total.
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Retail Talk

Always ask 'Do you offer any discounts?'
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Black Friday

The biggest discount day in the US.
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Verb vs Noun

Remember the stress shift!
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The 'sc' sound

Make sure to say 'sk' not 'sh'.
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Don't say 'discounted price' too fast

Enunciate the 'ed'.
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Banking Roots

It started in banks, not stores!
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Flashcards

Use 'Discount' on one side and 'Price reduction' on the other.
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Prepositions

Use 'discount ON' something.
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Professionalism

Use 'discount' in business emails to sound professional.

Memorize

Mnemônico

Dis-count: To 'dis' (remove) the 'count' (price).

Associação visual

A price tag with a big red slash through the original price.

Word Web

shopping money sale price bargain

Desafio

Look for a discount tag next time you shop.

Origem da palavra

Old French / Latin

Significado original: To count off or deduct.

Contexto cultural

None, but asking for a discount in high-end luxury stores can be seen as rude.

Discounts are a huge part of American retail culture, especially during Black Friday.

'Discount' stores like Walmart or Target Songs about 'sale' or 'bargains'

Pratique na vida real

Contextos reais

At a store

  • Is this on sale?
  • Do you have a discount?
  • What is the final price?

At work

  • We need to discount this risk.
  • Can we offer a discount to this client?

Online shopping

  • Enter discount code
  • Apply coupon
  • Price after discount

Banking

  • Discount rate
  • Interest discount
  • Loan terms

Iniciadores de conversa

"Do you usually look for discounts when shopping?"

"What is the best discount you have ever received?"

"Do you think it is okay to ask for a discount in a small shop?"

"Have you ever had someone discount your opinion?"

"How do discounts influence your buying decisions?"

Temas para diário

Write about a time you found a great discount.

Describe a situation where you had to negotiate a price.

Why do stores use discounts to attract customers?

Is it better to save money or buy quality items?

Perguntas frequentes

8 perguntas
Yes, it can mean to reduce price or to ignore an idea.
DIS-count (noun) or dis-COUNT (verb).
Only in the sense of 'discounting their opinion'.
Surcharge or increase.
Yes, you can have many discounts.
Old French 'desconter'.
It depends on the store; okay in markets, rude in luxury boutiques.
A store that sells goods at lower prices.

Teste-se

fill blank A1

I got a ___ on my new shoes.

Correto! Quase. Resposta certa: discount

Discount refers to a price reduction.

multiple choice A2

What does a discount do?

Correto! Quase. Resposta certa: Lowers price

A discount is a reduction.

true false B1

You can use 'discount' as a verb.

Correto! Quase. Resposta certa: Verdadeiro

Yes, it means to disregard or reduce.

match pairs B1

Word

Significado

Tudo combinado!

These are opposites.

sentence order B2

Toque nas palavras abaixo para montar a frase
Correto! Quase. Resposta certa:

The store offered a discount.

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