保修

• Pinyin: bǎo xiū
• Hanzi breakdown: 保 = 亻 (person) + 呆 (phonetic); 修 = 亻 (person) + 攸 (phonetic)

Meaning

Warranty; to guarantee repairs; under warranty.

A seller's or manufacturer's promise to repair or replace a product within a specified period if defects occur. Commonly used for electronics, appliances, and vehicles. Distinct from 保质期, which refers to shelf life.

Examples

1. 这台笔记本电脑保修三年，期间免费维修。 This laptop has a three-year warranty with free repairs during that period.
2. 保修期已过，修理费用需要自己承担。 The warranty period has expired, so you'll need to cover the repair costs yourself.
3. 买家电的时候一定要问清楚保修政策。 When buying appliances, make sure to ask about the warranty policy.

Usage Guide

Context: retail, electronics, consumer

Tone: business-like

Do Say

• 请问这个产品保修多久？(How long is the warranty on this product?)
• 还在保修期内，可以免费换新。(It's still under warranty, so you can get a free replacement.)

Don't Say

• 对食品说'保修' (Don't use 保修 for food — use 保质期 for shelf life or expiration dates)

Origin & History

保 (to guarantee) + 修 (to repair). To guarantee repairs.

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal