How to Pronounce "trade down"
expression
ˈtɹeɪd/ /ˈdaʊn
TRAYD-DOWN
tɹˈeɪd/ /dˈaʊn
trayd-DOWN
Definition
To exchange something you own for something less expensive or less valuable, often to save money. Commonly used for cars, houses, or other possessions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɹeɪd/ /ˈdaʊn
British English
tɹˈeɪd/ /dˈaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TRAYD-DOWN
UK
trayd-DOWN
Listen in Context
They decided to trade down and buy a smaller house.
I want to trade down my expensive phone for something simpler.
After losing his job, he had to trade down to a used car.
With prices going up, more people are choosing to trade down instead of buying luxury goods.