B1noun 1K

Trade

🇬🇧 UK /["/treɪd/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/treɪd/"]/

Meaning of Trade

the activity of buying and selling or of exchanging goods or services between people or countries

In simple words: To exchange one thing for another.

Trade in a sentence

• The trade between the two countries has increased significantly this year.
• He decided to trade his vintage car for a newer model.
• Many people are skilled in the trade of carpentry.
• During the medieval times, trade was done mainly through bartering.
• She has a passion for international trade and economic policies.

How to use Trade

Use 'trade' for exchanging goods or services. Avoid in overly informal contexts. More suitable in business or economic discussions.

Grammar pattern

trade + object + for + object

Memory hint

Think of 'trade' as in 'trading cards' where you swap cards with friends.

Related words

Collocations with Trade

• booming
• brisk
• burgeoning
• conduct
• do
• engage in
• boom
• expand
• flourish
• balance
• figures
• performance
• in a/​the trade
• trade between
• trade in
• booming
• brisk
• burgeoning
• conduct
• do
• engage in
• boom
• expand
• flourish
• balance
• figures
• performance
• in a/​the trade
• trade between
• trade in
• booming
• brisk
• burgeoning
• conduct
• do
• engage in
• boom
• expand
• flourish
• balance
• figures
• performance
• in a/​the trade
• trade between
• trade in
• booming
• brisk
• burgeoning
• conduct
• do
• engage in
• boom
• expand
• flourish
• balance
• figures
• performance
• in a/​the trade
• trade between
• trade in
• skilled
• building
• learn
• carry on
• exercise
• by trade
• a jack of all trades
• the tricks of the trade

Synonyms for Trade

• business

Opposites of Trade

• keep
• retain
• hold

Common mistakes with Trade

• Confusing 'trade' with 'trick' when talking about exchanging items.
• Using 'trade' without specifying what is being exchanged.
• Mixing up 'trade' with 'deal' although they can be used similarly.

Frequently asked questions about Trade

What does Trade mean?

To exchange one thing for another.

What is the definition of Trade?

the activity of buying and selling or of exchanging goods or services between people or countries

How do you use Trade in a sentence?

The trade between the two countries has increased significantly this year.

Can you give another example of Trade?

He decided to trade his vintage car for a newer model.

What are synonyms for Trade?

Common alternatives include business.

What is the opposite of Trade?

Opposite meanings include keep, retain, hold.

What words go with Trade?

It commonly pairs with booming, brisk, burgeoning, conduct, do, engage in, boom, expand, flourish, balance, figures, performance, in a/​the trade, trade between, trade in, booming, brisk, burgeoning, conduct, do, engage in, boom, expand, flourish, balance, figures, performance, in a/​the trade, trade between, trade in, booming, brisk, burgeoning, conduct, do, engage in, boom, expand, flourish, balance, figures, performance, in a/​the trade, trade between, trade in, booming, brisk, burgeoning, conduct, do, engage in, boom, expand, flourish, balance, figures, performance, in a/​the trade, trade between, trade in, skilled, building, learn, carry on, exercise, by trade, a jack of all trades, the tricks of the trade.

What are common mistakes when using Trade?

Confusing 'trade' with 'trick' when talking about exchanging items. Using 'trade' without specifying what is being exchanged. Mixing up 'trade' with 'deal' although they can be used similarly.

How do you pronounce Trade?

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

When should I use Trade?

Use 'trade' for exchanging goods or services. Avoid in overly informal contexts. More suitable in business or economic discussions.

What CEFR level is Trade?

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