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The word 购买 is formed by combining the character 购 (gòu), which means "to purchase", with the character 买 (mǎi), which means "to buy". Both characters convey synonymous actions related to acquiring something, and their union creates a compound term that intensifies and specifies the meaning to expressly denote the act of purchasing.

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我购买了一本书。

Wǒ gòumǎi le yī běn shū.

I bought a book.

昨天，我在网上购买了机票。

Zuótiān, wǒ zài wǎngshàng gòumǎi le jīpiào.

Yesterday, I bought a plane ticket online.

为了准备派对，我们购买了很多零食和饮料。

Wèile zhǔnbèi pàiduì, wǒmen gòumǎi le hěnduō língshí hé yǐnliào.

To prepare for the party, we bought a lot of snacks and drinks.

如果你决定购买这款电脑，请先比较一下价格。

Rúguǒ nǐ juédìng gòumǎi zhè kuǎn diànnǎo, qǐng xiān bǐjiào yīxià jiàgé.

If you decide to buy this model of computer, please compare the prices first.

在购买房产之前，建议你咨询专业的财务顾问。

Zài gòumǎi fángchǎn zhīqián, jiànyì nǐ zīxún zhuānyè de cáiwù gùwèn.

Before purchasing real estate, it is advised that you consult a professional financial advisor.

Word Definition - 购买

gòu mǎi to purchase; to buy

Individual Character Details

购 gòu
买 mǎi