For sale Meaning in English
expression
ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈseɪɫ
FOR-SAYL
fˈɔː/ /sˈeɪl
faw-SAYL
Definition
Used to show that something is being offered so someone can buy it. You often see this phrase on signs for houses, cars, or in stores.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly seen on signs or ads when someone wants to sell something. Usually used for bigger or secondhand items like houses, cars, or appliances, not for small things in supermarkets. Do not use for services or intangible goods.
Spanish: en ventaPortuguese (BR): à vendaPortuguese (PT): à vendaChinese (Simplified): 待售Chinese (Traditional): 待售Hindi: बेचने के लिएArabic: للبيعBengali: বিক্রয়ের জন্য - বিক্রির জন্যRussian: продаётся - на продажуJapanese: 販売中 - 売り物Vietnamese: đang bán - để bánKorean: 판매 중 - 판매용Turkish: satılıkUrdu: برائے فروختIndonesian: dijual
Example Sentences
The house is for sale.
basic
Is this car for sale?
basic
All books are for sale at the front desk.
basic
I noticed there's a 'for sale' sign in your yard.
natural
Their old sofa is up for sale online.
natural
Everything you see here is for sale—just ask if you're interested.
natural