Meaning and Usage
"定価" (ていか) refers to the established or fixed price of a product, usually set by the manufacturer or retailer. It is the official price before any discounts or sales.
Common Contexts
You will often see "定価" used in shopping, especially when comparing prices or discussing discounts. For example, "定価より安い" means "cheaper than the list price." It is also common in formal sales contexts, such as contracts or price tags.
Collocations and Patterns
- 定価販売 (ていかはんばい): selling at the list price, no discount
- 定価より安い (ていかよりやすい): cheaper than the list price
- 定価で買う (ていかでかう): to buy at the list price
Register and Nuance
"定価" is a neutral, formal term used in business and everyday shopping. It is not casual slang but is common in daily conversation about prices.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "定価" with "値段" (ねだん), which means price in general. "定価" specifically means the fixed or official price, not just any price. Remember, "値段" can vary, but "定価" is the standard price set by the seller.