Négociants (en. Traders)

neɡo.sjɑ̃

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Trade professionals, specialized in buying and selling goods.
Wine merchants play a crucial role in the distribution of wine products.
Les négociants de vin jouent un rôle crucial dans la distribution des produits viticoles.
Sales agents who negotiate contracts on behalf of other companies.
Merchants often work for manufacturers to promote their products.
Les négociants travaillent souvent pour des fabricants afin de promouvoir leurs produits.
Individuals or organizations engaged in international trade.
International merchants facilitate trade between different countries.
Les négociants internationaux facilitent le commerce entre différents pays.

Etymology

From Latin 'negotiator', which means 'one who does business'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

wine merchants
Professionals specialized in the sale of wines.
négociants en vin
fruit and vegetable merchants
Sellers who focus on fresh produce.
négociants en fruits et légumes
network of merchants
The entirety of business relationships established between merchants.
réseau de négociants

Related Words

trade
General commercial activity, involving buying and selling.
négoce
market
Place where supply and demand for goods meet.
marché
distributor
Intermediary who ensures the distribution of products in the market.
distributeur

Slang Meanings

Furious businessman
He was known as a furious merchant in his field.
Il était connu comme un négociant furieux dans son secteur.
Mr. or Mrs. Business
She considers herself a true businesswoman, always negotiating.
Elle se considère comme une vraie Madame affaires, toujours à négocier.