In exchange Meaning in English
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒ
in iks-CHAINJ
ˈɪn/ /ɛkstʃˈeɪndʒ
in ekst-CHAINJ
Definition
Used to show that you are giving or getting something as a return for something else.
Usage & Nuances
Usually found in formal or transactional contexts. Often follows offer/receive/give: 'give X in exchange for Y.' Similar to 'in return,' but 'in exchange' always involves swapping things of value.
Spanish: a cambioPortuguese (BR): em trocaPortuguese (PT): em trocaChinese (Simplified): 作为交换Chinese (Traditional): 作為交換Hindi: के बदले मेंArabic: مقابلBengali: বিনিময়েRussian: в обменJapanese: 交換で - 見返りにVietnamese: đổi lạiKorean: 대신에 - 교환으로Turkish: karşılığındaUrdu: عوض میںIndonesian: sebagai imbalan
Example Sentences
I gave him my book in exchange for his pen.
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She worked extra hours in exchange for more pay.
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Can I have your sandwich in exchange for my cookies?
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He offered to help me move in exchange for a ride to the airport.
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They let us stay at their house in exchange for pet-sitting.
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You'll get a discount in exchange for signing up early.
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