B1noun 2K

Export

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈekspɔːt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈekspɔːrt/"]/

Meaning of Export

the selling and transporting of goods to another country

In simple words: To send goods or services to another country.

Export in a sentence

• The country's export of goods has increased significantly this year.
• They decided to export their products to several new markets abroad.
• The government implemented new policies to encourage export and boost the economy.
• This software can help you export your data into various formats.
• During the meeting, we discussed the challenges of export in the current global market.

How to use Export

Use 'export' when discussing trade, shipping, or business contexts. It's neutral and appropriate in both spoken and written English, but avoid it in casual conversations unrelated to commerce.

Grammar pattern

export + object

Memory hint

Think of 'export' as 'exit port' — goods leaving a port to another country.

Related words

Collocations with Export

• chief
• important
• main
• level
• value
• volume
• boost
• encourage
• expand
• grow
• increase
• rise
• crop
• goods
• business
• for export
• export from
• export of
• a ban on exports
• a decline in exports
• a fall in exports
• chief
• important
• main
• level
• value
• volume
• boost
• encourage
• expand
• grow
• increase
• rise
• crop
• goods
• business
• for export
• export from
• export of
• a ban on exports
• a decline in exports
• a fall in exports

Synonyms for Export

• send abroad
• ship out
• transfer
• trade out

Opposites of Export

• import

Common mistakes with Export

• Confused with 'import' — remember 'export' means sending out, 'import' means bringing in.
• Incorrect verb form — learners might say 'exporting goods are necessary' instead of 'exporting goods is necessary'.
• Using 'export' as a noun when they mean it as a verb.

Frequently asked questions about Export

What does Export mean?

To send goods or services to another country.

What is the definition of Export?

the selling and transporting of goods to another country

How do you use Export in a sentence?

The country's export of goods has increased significantly this year.

Can you give another example of Export?

They decided to export their products to several new markets abroad.

What are synonyms for Export?

Common alternatives include send abroad, ship out, transfer, trade out.

What is the opposite of Export?

Opposite meanings include import.

What words go with Export?

It commonly pairs with chief, important, main, level, value, volume, boost, encourage, expand, grow, increase, rise, crop, goods, business, for export, export from, export of, a ban on exports, a decline in exports, a fall in exports, chief, important, main, level, value, volume, boost, encourage, expand, grow, increase, rise, crop, goods, business, for export, export from, export of, a ban on exports, a decline in exports, a fall in exports.

What are common mistakes when using Export?

Confused with 'import' — remember 'export' means sending out, 'import' means bringing in. Incorrect verb form — learners might say 'exporting goods are necessary' instead of 'exporting goods is necessary'. Using 'export' as a noun when they mean it as a verb.

How do you pronounce Export?

US: /["/ˈekspɔːrt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈekspɔːt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Export?

Use 'export' when discussing trade, shipping, or business contexts. It's neutral and appropriate in both spoken and written English, but avoid it in casual conversations unrelated to commerce.

What CEFR level is Export?

"Export" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.