Marché (en. Walk)
/maʁ.ʃe/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A place where commercial transactions take place.
The Sunday market is always very lively.
Le marché du dimanche est toujours très animé.
An economic system based on supply and demand.
The global market has experienced fluctuations recently.
Le marché mondial a connu des fluctuations récemment.
A fair or exhibition where local products are offered.
Artisans sell their creations at the craft market.
Les artisans vendent leurs créations au marché artisanal.
Etymology
From the Latin 'mercatus', derived from 'merx', meaning 'merchandise'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
black market
Informal economy where goods are exchanged illegally.
marché noir
target market
Specific segment of consumers targeted by a product.
marché cible
floating market
Market where the prices of goods vary according to supply and demand.
marché flottant
Related Words
merchandise
Products or goods offered for sale.
marchandise
seller
A person who markets goods.
vendeur
Slang Meanings
To do business.
We go to the market to get good deals.
On va au marché pour faire de bonnes affaires.
To be on the market.
He is in the job market after losing his job.
Il est sur le marché de l'emploi après avoir perdu son job.