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UK//sɛlz//US//sɛlz//

Meaning of Sells

In simple words: to exchange goods or services for money

Sells in a sentence

  • She sells handcrafted jewelry at local fairs.
  • The store sells a wide variety of books.
  • He sells cars for a well-known dealership.
  • They sell fresh produce every Saturday.
  • The artist sells prints of her paintings online.
  • The company sells subscriptions to its software.
  • This bakery sells the best bread in town.
  • He sells his old games on an online marketplace.

How to use Sells

Used in various contexts related to commerce. Formal in business settings; neutral otherwise. Avoid in casual non-commercial conversations.

Grammar pattern

sells + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'cell' where items are kept until someone buys them!

Related words

Collocations with Sells

  • sells products
  • sells services
  • sells online
  • sells at a loss
  • sells tickets

Synonyms for Sells

  • peddles
  • markets
  • trades
  • offers
  • dishes out

Opposites of Sells

  • buys
  • purchases

Common mistakes with Sells

  • Confused with 'sale' which refers to a discount or event rather than the action.
  • Using 'sell' as a past tense instead of 'sold'.

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Frequently asked questions about Sells

What does Sells mean?

to exchange goods or services for money

What is the definition of Sells?

To offer goods or services to customers in exchange for money.

How do you use Sells in a sentence?

She sells handcrafted jewelry at local fairs.

Can you give another example of Sells?

The store sells a wide variety of books.

What are synonyms for Sells?

Common alternatives include peddles, markets, trades, offers, dishes out.

What is the opposite of Sells?

Opposite meanings include buys, purchases.

What words go with Sells?

It commonly pairs with sells products, sells services, sells online, sells at a loss, sells tickets.

What are common mistakes when using Sells?

Confused with 'sale' which refers to a discount or event rather than the action. Using 'sell' as a past tense instead of 'sold'.

How do you pronounce Sells?

US: //sɛlz//, UK: //sɛlz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Sells?

Used in various contexts related to commerce. Formal in business settings; neutral otherwise. Avoid in casual non-commercial conversations.