Comerciante (en. Merchant)

/ko.meɾ.ˈθjan.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Individual who engages in the exchange of goods or services.
The trader opened a new store in the mall.
El comerciante abrió una nueva tienda en el centro comercial.
Person who buys and sells products for profit.
Local traders offer a variety of fresh products.
Los comerciantes locales ofrecen una variedad de productos frescos.
Owner of a commercial establishment.
The trader organized a big sale to promote his business.
El comerciante organizó una gran venta para promocionar su negocio.

Etymology

Derives from the Latin 'commercians', which means 'the one who trades'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

even traders have bad days
Refers to the fact that even those who are successful face difficulties.
hasta los comerciantes tienen días malos

Related Words

business
Branch or establishment where commercial transactions are conducted.
negocio
merchandise
Products that are bought or sold.
mercancía
customer
Person who purchases goods or services.
cliente
commerce
Activity of exchanging goods and services.
comercio

Slang Meanings

Business guy
I always see him selling things; he's a true business guy.
Siempre lo veo vendiendo cosas; es un verdadero tío de negocio.
Commerce cat
That commerce cat knows all the tricks to make sales.
Ese gato de comercio se las sabe todas para hacer ventas.