Noun
/lɪst praɪs/
The term "list price" refers to the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of a product or service. This is the price that a seller recommends for the consumer to pay, typically displayed in a price list or inventory. The list price serves as a reference point for discounts or negotiations in sales.
Frequency of Use:
"List price" is frequently used in both oral and written forms, particularly in commerce, marketing, and retail sectors. It's common for consumers and sales professionals to discuss list prices when comparing products or making purchasing decisions.
The new smartphone has a list price of $999, but it can often be found on sale for less.
(El nuevo teléfono inteligente tiene un precio de lista de $999, pero a menudo se puede encontrar en oferta por menos.)
Retailers sometimes mark down the list price to attract more customers.
(Los minoristas a veces reducen el precio de lista para atraer a más clientes.)
Before making any purchase, it's wise to check the list price to ensure you're getting a good deal.
(Antes de hacer cualquier compra, es prudente verificar el precio de lista para asegurarte de que estás obteniendo una buena oferta.)
The phrase "list price" itself doesn't directly appear in many idiomatic expressions, but the concept of price does feature prominently in several idiomatic expressions related to valuation and worth.
Price the competition out of the market
(Precios que sacan a la competencia del mercado)
This refers to setting prices so low that competitors are unable to compete effectively.
Pay a price
(Pagar un precio)
This means to suffer consequences or make sacrifices for something.
Example: If you want to succeed, you have to pay a price for your hard work.
(Si quieres tener éxito, tienes que pagar un precio por tu arduo trabajo.)
At any price
(A cualquier precio)
This means to be willing to do anything to achieve a goal or acquire something.
Example: They were determined to win the championship at any price.
(Estaban decididos a ganar el campeonato a cualquier precio.)
Set the price
(Establecer el precio)
This means to determine the cost or value of something.
Example: The company will set the price after evaluating the competition.
(La empresa establecerá el precio después de evaluar la competencia.)
High price to pay
(Alto precio a pagar)
This refers to a significant sacrifice or consequence one must endure for an action.
Example: Ignoring health can lead to a high price to pay later.
(Ignorar la salud puede llevar a un alto precio a pagar más tarde.)
The term "list price" combines the word "list," which derives from Middle English "liste," meaning a "catalogue" or "roll," often rooted in French "liste," and "price," originating from Latin "pretium," meaning "value" or "reward." The usage of "list price" has been prevalent in commerce especially since the emergence of organized retail in the late 19th century.
Synonyms:
- Suggested retail price (SRP)
- Recommended price
- Catalog price
Antonyms:
- Discounted price
- Sale price
- Clearance price