swapped
word · lemma: swap
Definition
To give something to someone and receive something else in return; to exchange items with another person.
Usage & Nuances
Common in informal settings; often used when exchanging items of similar type or value ('swapped phones', 'swapped seats'). Not as formal as 'exchange'. Be careful: 'swapped' needs two sides (one gives, one receives).
Spanish: intercambiar - cambiarPortuguese (BR): trocar - trocar dePortuguese (PT): trocar - trocar deChinese (Simplified): 交换 - 调换Chinese (Traditional): 交換 - 調換Hindi: बदला - अदला-बदली कीArabic: تبادل - بدّل
Example Sentences
We swapped lunches at school today.
basic
She swapped her red shirt for a blue one.
basic
I swapped seats with my friend on the bus.
basic
They swapped phone numbers after the meeting.
natural
I swapped weekends with my coworker so she could visit her family.
natural
By accident, we swapped our bags at the airport.
natural