Intercambio (en. Exchange)
/in-ter-kam-bjo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Action of giving and receiving something in a reciprocal manner.
The exchange of ideas at the meeting was very fruitful.
El intercambio de ideas en la reunión fue muy fructífero.
Process of exchanging one thing for another.
We did a book exchange at the library.
Hicimos un intercambio de libros en la biblioteca.
Transaction where goods or services are negotiated.
Trade between the two countries has increased.
El intercambio comercial entre los dos países ha aumentado.
verb
To carry out an exchange.
We are going to exchange our travel experiences.
Vamos a intercambiar nuestras experiencias de viaje.
To exchange one object for another.
You can exchange your toy for one from your friend.
Puedes intercambiar tu juguete por uno de tus amigos.
Etymology
From Latin 'intercambium', composed of 'inter' and 'cambium'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cultural exchange
Interaction between different cultures where traditions and knowledge are shared.
intercambio cultural
exchange of information
Process in which data and knowledge are shared between people or entities.
intercambio de información
school exchange
Program that allows students from different countries to study at each other's institutions.
intercambio escolar
Related Words
exchanger
Person who carries out exchanges.
intercambiador
exchanging
That which is exchanged or is capable of being exchanged.
intercambiante
Slang Meanings
Informal exchange of objects among friends.
I made a stamp exchange with my friends.
Hice un intercambio de estampas con mis amigos.
Creative negotiation of goods.
The exchange of concert tickets was a great idea.
El intercambio de entradas para el concierto fue una gran idea.