Definition
小买卖 refers to a small-scale, often informal business or petty trade — the kind of street vending, stall-keeping, or small shop that generates modest income. It carries a humble, down-to-earth tone, often used by or about ordinary people making a living through simple commerce. Unlike 生意 (business in general), 小买卖 emphasizes the small size and personal nature of the operation.
n.
small businesspetty trade (often informal, street-level commerce)
Examples
- 小买卖。Tā kào zuò xiǎo mǎi mài yǎnghuó le yì jiā rén.He supports his whole family by running a small business.
- 小买卖，。Zhège xiǎo mǎi mài suīrán bú dà, dàn shōurù hái búcuò.This small business isn't big, but the income is pretty good.
- ，小买卖。Tā měitiān zài jiē biān bǎi tān, zuò diǎn xiǎo mǎi mài.She sets up a stall on the street every day and does a bit of petty trade.
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