In the USA, the word “bargains” generally means:
💲 Items sold at a lower price than usual, often seen as a good deal or discount.
🔹 In More Detail:
| Context | What “Bargain” Means |
|---|---|
| Retail shopping | A product sold at a reduced price. Example: “This TV was a bargain at $199!” |
| Marketing/Ads | A way to attract customers by emphasizing low prices. Phrases like “bargain prices,” “best bargains,” or “bargain deals” are common. |
| Negotiation | Sometimes “to bargain” is a verb meaning to negotiate for a better deal. Example: “He bargained with the seller and saved $50.” |
| Thrift shopping / bin stores | Stores labeled as “bargain” or “discount” stores often sell overstock, returns, or secondhand items at steep discounts. |
🔸 Common U.S. Phrases with “Bargain”:
- “That’s a bargain!” → It’s a really good deal.
- “Bargain bin” → A container in a store where items are sold cheaply.
- “Bargain hunting” → Looking specifically for low-priced or discounted items.
- “Drive a hard bargain” → To negotiate aggressively to get the best deal.
✅ Examples:
- Walmart ad: “Back-to-school bargains – notebooks for just 50¢!”
- Conversation:
– “I got these shoes for $20!”
– “Wow, what a bargain!”