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trade

Pronunciation: [/tɹeɪd/]

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trade: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use trade in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “business”

(noun) an activity where people buy, sell, or exchange goods or services. It's like when you trade your lunch for a snack with a friend.

Example

The trade between the two countries has increased over the past year.

Example

There was a hold-up at the border, so the trade shipment was delayed.

Example

What is the value of international trade for the economy?

Context: “exchange goods/services”

(verb) to give something and get something else in return. It's like when you trade your toy for a friend's toy.

Example

They decided to trade their books to read different stories.

Example

She refused to trade her dessert with anyone at the table.

Example

Would you like to trade your sandwich for my chips?

How to pronounce trade

Pronunciation: [/tɹeɪd/]

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