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trades

Pronunciation: [treɪdz]

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Learn how to use trades in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “jobs”

(noun) a type of work or job that involves hands-on skills. For example, being a carpenter or electrician. People usually learn specific skills in a trade.

Example

He learned his trade as a plumber and is now very experienced.

Example

She didn’t choose a trade, so she struggled to find a job after school.

Example

What trade do you want to learn in the future?

Context: “exchange”

(verb) to exchange one thing for another. It’s like when you swap toys with your friend instead of buying something new.

Example

They trade baseball cards with their friends every weekend.

Example

She didn’t want to trade her favorite book for anything else.

Example

Would you like to trade your lunch with me today?

Context: “commerce”

(noun) the act of buying and selling goods and services. This is how stores get the products they sell.

Example

The trades between countries help boost their economies.

Example

There was no trade happening at the market today, so it seemed quiet.

Example

What types of trades happen between different countries?

How to pronounce trades

Pronunciation: [treɪdz]

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