In the supermarket

 

1. Shopping precautions

1.1 Payment method and preparation

  • 1. When shopping in China, Alipay and WeChat Pay are the most commonly used and convenient payment methods.
  • 2. Before use, please bind your international credit card in advance.
  • 3. You can also activate the micropayment function in advance.
  • 4. Please carry a small amount of RMB cash with you.
  • 5. Cash can be used for small shops or to deal with special emergencies.
  • 6. Bank cards such as UnionPay, Visa, and MasterCard are generally accepted in large supermarkets.
  • 7. Before using your bank card, please confirm in advance that you have activated the overseas transaction permission.

 

1.2 Avoid allergenic foods

  • 1. When purchasing food, please pay attention to the Chinese label on the packaging.
  • 2. Please carefully check the ingredient list of the food.
  • 3. Please focus on verifying the allergen-related information.
  • 4. Avoid purchasing foods containing ingredients to which you are allergic.

 

1.3 Product purchase restriction rules

  • 1. Purchasing cigarettes and alcoholic beverages in China may be subject to purchase restrictions.
  • 2. Before making a purchase, we recommend that you consult the store staff in advance.

 

1.4 Key information translation preparation

  • 1. When communication is difficult, translation software can be used to assist in the exchange.
  • 2. You can translate the key information into Chinese and save it in your phone's notes.
  • 3. When communicating, simply show the corresponding Chinese information to the staff.

 

1.5 Instructions related to shopping bags

  • 1. China implements environmental protection policies, requiring the reduction of plastic bag usage.
  • 2. Some supermarkets charge for plastic shopping bags.
  • 3. It is recommended that you prepare your own shopping bag or carry-on bag.

 

1.6 Fresh Food Weighing and Price Specification

  • 1. Fresh food in Chinese supermarkets allows customers to choose for themselves.
  • 2. In China, 1 jin (500 grams) is commonly used as a unit of measurement. The price indicated on product labels is usually the price per 1 jin (500 grams).

 

2. Simple dialogue

2.1 Inquire about the location of the product
You can show the supermarket staff either the product image or the translated Chinese product name.
Hello.
Where is this?
If the supermarket has the product, the employee will inform you of its specific location. If not, the employee will wave their hand to indicate.
Thank you!
2.2 Inquire whether the product contains any allergenic ingredients
If you are allergic to certain food ingredients, you can consult with supermarket staff.
Hello.
Does this contain peanuts?
If the product does not contain any ingredients that you are allergic to, the supermarket staff will wave their hands to indicate.
Thank you!
2.3 Settlement
Some vegetables and fruits need to be weighed at the time of payment. Both weighing and checkout are completed at the cashier counter.
Hello.
Settle Account
Settlement completed.
Thank you!