高仿

gāo fǎng

high-quality counterfeit

这个包看起来很像LV，但其实是高仿的。

This bag looks like an LV, but it's actually a high-quality counterfeit.

informal

A counterfeit product that closely imitates the appearance and quality of a genuine branded item.

商场里有很多高仿的名牌包包，价格便宜但质量不错。

There are many high-quality counterfeit designer bags in the mall; they're cheap but look good.

他买了一个高仿的手表，结果没过多久就坏了。

He bought a high-quality counterfeit watch, but it broke down soon after.

Often used in contexts like fashion, accessories, or electronics where imitation products aim to mimic luxury or high-end items.

Collocations

高仿货counterfeit goods高仿品high-quality imitation高仿奶茶counterfeit bubble tea brand

Synonyms

仿冒品假货山寨货

Antonyms

正品真品原装

Related Phrases

山寨word

shanzhai; cheap imitation of a product, often with poor quality

A货/B货/C货phrase

grading system for counterfeit goods (A最高质量, C最低质量)

Pro Tip

Avoiding Confusion

Don't confuse '高仿' with '正品' (genuine product) or '翻新' (refurbished). '高仿' always implies deception, even if the quality is high.

Gold Rule

Legal and Ethical Considerations

Purchasing or selling '高仿' products may violate intellectual property laws in many countries. Always check local regulations.

Word Origin

Combines 高 (gāo, 'high') and 仿 (fǎng, 'imitation'), indicating a high level of imitation. The term emerged in the 2000s in Chinese consumer culture to describe counterfeit products that closely resemble luxury or premium brands.

Usage Notes

While '高仿' implies a higher level of quality compared to regular counterfeits, it still refers to illegal or unethical products. In some contexts, it may be used humorously or ironically among friends (e.g., '高仿手机壳' for a phone case that looks like a luxury brand).

Word Breakdown

高

high (level of quality)

adjective

仿

imitation

verb

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