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Incorrect use of 毛
Since the Chinese unit 毛 represents 10 cents, and many languages lack an equivalent concept, learners often make mistakes when using this unit.
*¥ 3.8 = 三块八十分
¥ 3.8 = 三块八毛
*¥ 3.8 = 三塊八十分
¥ 3.8 = 三塊八毛
Improper omissions
When expressing round monetary amounts such as ¥110, the word for the smallest unit is often omitted. Because this pattern is unfamiliar in many other languages, learners may produce incorrect forms; for example, they may use 一百一 to express ¥101.
Other errors related to numerals
See TG numerals.
Classroom activity
The teacher prepares some cards with items (such as fruits, clothes, books, etc.) and their prices.
Students work in groups of two or three. One student plays the shopkeeper, and the others are customers.
Depending on what students have already learned, the teacher can increase the difficulty of the task.
Easier level:
Customers buy from the items the shopkeeper already has, ask about the prices, and the shopkeeper calculates the total cost.
Higher level:
Customers may inquire about colour, type, size, and other details in addition to prices. The shopkeeper needs to respond immediately.