现在缺货
xiànzài quēhuò
It's out of stock right now · trad. 現在缺貨
现在缺货 (xiànzài quēhuò) means "it's out of stock right now." Shopkeepers use it to inform customers that a specific item is not currently available.
What does 现在缺货 (xiànzài quēhuò) mean?
现在缺货 (xiànzài quēhuò) means “it's out of stock right now” in English. Word for word, it breaks down as “now lack stock.”
When to use it
Neutral and direct. When an item is out of stock, it's common to offer alternatives or suggest checking other branches.
How to pronounce it
Sounds like “SHYEN-zai CHWUH-hwaw.” The first syllable of 缺 is a high, level tone, and 货 is a falling tone.
Other ways to say it
- 缺货quēhuòout of stock
- 没货了méihuò leno stock left
- 售罄shòuqìngsold out (formal)
Examples
对不起，这个型号现在缺货。
duìbuqǐ, zhège xínghào xiànzài quēhuò.
Sorry, this model is out of stock right now.
现在缺货，您需要我帮您查一下其他店吗？
xiànzài quēhuò, nín xūyào wǒ bāng nín chá yīxià qítā diàn ma?
It's out of stock right now, do you need me to help you check other stores?
我们店里没货了，可能需要等几天。
wǒmen diànli méihuò le, kěnéng xūyào děng jǐtiān.
Our store is out of stock, you might need to wait a few days.
Pro tip: When telling a customer an item is out of stock, it's good practice to follow up by offering to check other stores or suggest when new stock might arrive.
Related phrases
您穿多大号？ · What size do you wear我帮您找一下 · Let me find it for you只剩这一个了 · This is the last one
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