划算

huá suàn

HSK 7–9

Meaning

to calculate
to weigh (pros and cons)
to view as profitable
worthwhile
value for money
cost-effective

Definition

划算指计算、盘算；也指上算、合算。

To calculate, to plan; also means worthwhile, cost-effective.

Usage

常用作谓语，表示某事物价格合理或收益大于成本；也可表示进行打算或计算。

Often used as a predicate, indicating that something is reasonably priced or the benefit outweighs the cost; can also mean to make plans or calculations.

Examples

1 这个套餐很划算，包含了很多服务。 (This package is very cost-effective, it includes many services.)
2 买一送一的活动非常划算，我买了两件。 (The buy-one-get-one-free promotion is very worthwhile; I bought two.)
3 他正在划算明年的旅行计划。 (He is planning next year's trip.)
4 这笔投资划算吗？我需要仔细算一下。 (Is this investment worthwhile? I need to calculate carefully.)
5 我觉得用优惠券购物更划算。 (I think shopping with coupons is more cost-effective.)

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