swapping
word · lemma: swap
Definition
The act of exchanging one thing for another, usually of similar value or type.
Usage & Nuances
'Swapping' is informal, often used for trading items, seats, or digital files. Common phrases: 'swapping clothes', 'swapping stories'. Not for money-based transactions (that's 'buying' or 'selling').
Spanish: intercambiar - cambiar - intercambioPortuguese (BR): trocar - trocaPortuguese (PT): trocar - trocaChinese (Simplified): 交换Chinese (Traditional): 交換Hindi: बदलना - अदला-बदलीArabic: تبديل - مبادلة
Example Sentences
They are swapping books at school.
basic
We are swapping seats for the concert.
basic
The kids enjoy swapping cards with each other.
basic
I’ve been swapping recipes with my neighbor lately.
natural
After a while, everyone was swapping stories around the campfire.
natural
People have started swapping clothes online to save money and reduce waste.
natural