"Expensive" usually refers to things with relatively high prices, such as high-end luxury cars, luxury goods, high-end clothing and accessories, high-end hotels and so on. In the commercial and financial fields, this word is often used to describe the price of financial products such as stocks. For example:
1, this handbag is so expensive, it costs more than my monthly rent. )
The restaurant we went to last night was quiet expensive, but the food was amazing. (The restaurant we went to last night was expensive, but the food was delicious. )
The company's shares have become increasingly expensive in recent months. )
The word "Expensive" usually has obvious negative meaning, which means that it needs to spend more money, and sometimes it even feels that the price is inflated or unreasonable. In contrast, "inexpensive", which means "inexpensive", usually has a positive meaning.
The use of "Expensive" can be judged according to the specific situation. In our daily life and work, we can use "expensive" to describe the high price, luxury or high-end, and to express our feelings or opinions. For example:
1, the hotel we stayed in was quiet expensive, but it was worth it for the amazing view. (The hotel we stayed in was quite expensive, but it was worth it because of the wonderful scenery. )
2. Designer clothes are very expensive, but some people think they are worth it for the quality and style. (Brand-name clothes are usually very expensive, but some people think it is worthwhile from the quality and style. )
If we want to describe prices in the commercial and financial fields, we sometimes use the word "high-priced" more often. Due to different meanings, "high-prized" emphasizes high-priced, while "expensive" emphasizes whether it is appropriate to spend what individuals need. For example:
1, the company plans to release a high-priced smartphone to compete with Apple's iPhone. (The company plans to launch a high-priced smartphone to compete with Apple's iPhone. )
2. The product was very expensive and didn't sell well, so the company lowered the price. (The price of this product was very expensive and the sales were not good, so the company lowered the price. )
Expensive phrases
1, Costly: it means "expensive, expensive", which has the same meaning and is often used in business and finance. The project turned out to be a costly failure. The company's expansion plan is going to be costly. The company's expansion plan is expensive. )
2. Pricey: It means "expensive", which is a slang form of Expensive. It is often used in informal occasions to express humor and relaxation to a certain extent. For example, this restaurant is fantastic, but a bit too expensive for everyday dining. (This restaurant is very good, but it's a little expensive to go to. The designer clothes in this store are all very expensive. The designer clothes in this store are very expensive. )
3. High-priced: It means "expensive", which can more clearly emphasize the high price of goods or services. For example, high-priced electronics come with a warranty. (High-priced electronic products often come with a warranty. The company is worried that the high-priced car won't sell well in the current market. The company is worried that this expensive car will not sell well in the current market. )