exchange — to give something and receive something else in return
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to give something and receive something else in return
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒ/
Korean meaning: 교환하다, 바꾸다
Korean pronunciation: 익스**체인**지
Example Sentences
- I'll exchange my homework for your lunch money.
- The exchange student thought kimchi was ice cream and had quite a shock.
- They exchanged contact information after the meeting.
exchange
VERB//ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒ//
to give something and receive something else in return
Two travelers exchange currencies at a busy airport booth before their flights.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'exchanger', derived from Latin 'ex-' (out) and 'cambiare' (to barter or trade), which likely came from a Celtic source meaning 'to change or barter'.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“I'll exchange my homework for your lunch money.”
“The exchange student thought kimchi was ice cream and had quite a shock.”
“They exchanged contact information after the meeting.”
“The currency exchange office is located near the airport.”
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