Meaning of shanzhai | Babel Free

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The imitation and trademark infringing of brands and goods of usually poor quality, particularly electronics made in China.

uncountable

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“Many “shanzhai” goods sport altered names, trying to tread a fine line between imitation and straight-out fake, and cost much less than their above-board, well-known brand-name equivalents.[…] The brazenness of the imitations has added to their attraction. Beijing’s electronics markets enjoy a roaring trade in “shanzhai” goods.”

CEFR level