武汉发放5亿优惠券（讲解版）| E0421

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▍原文

From Sunday, authorities in the central Chinese city of Wuhan will begin issuing 500 million yuan ($71 million) worth of “consumption coupons” to local residents, according to state broadcaster China Central Television.

The vouchers, which will be issued continuously through July 31, can be used to order meals; buy items at malls, supermarkets, and convenience stores; and participate in sports- and tourism-related activities. 

In addition, a special consumption fund of 18 million yuan will be established for people living below the poverty line.

▍语言点 

authority /əˈθɔːrəti/ n. 权力（power）；当局（多用复数authorities）

· The president has the authority to declare war.

总统有发动战争的权力。

· The local authorities: 当地部门

issue /'ɪʃuː/ vt. 发放，发布

· 近义表达：publish，announce

coupon /ˈkuːpɑːn/ n. 优惠券，折扣券

· consumption coupons: 消费优惠券

voucher /ˈvaʊtʃɚ/ n. 代金券

(a ticket that can be used without paying for anything)

in addition: 此外

live below the poverty line: 生活在贫困线以下

· subsistence allowance: 低保

· minimum income standard: 最低生活标准

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