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    Mercader (en. Merchant)

    /merkaˈðeɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A trader who buys and sells goods.
    The merchant traveled to different towns looking for new products.
    El mercader viajaba por diferentes pueblos buscando nuevos productos.
    A person who conducts commercial transactions.
    The merchant negotiated a good price for his goods.
    El mercader negoció un buen precio por sus bienes.
    Formerly, the title of those who traded in large quantities.
    The merchants of the city were very influential in the local economy.
    Los mercaderes de la ciudad eran muy influyentes en la economía local.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'mercatorem', which means 'trader' or 'dealer'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Merchant of dreams
    A person dedicated to the sale of illusions or hopes.
    mercader de sueños
    Merchant of faith
    Someone who economically benefits from religious beliefs.
    mercader de la fe
    Merchant of interests
    A person who trades or negotiates with others' interests.
    mercader de intereses

    Related Words

    Merchandise
    Product that is bought or sold.
    mercancía
    Trade
    Economic activity of buying and selling.
    comercio
    Business
    Organized activity to obtain profits.
    negocio

    Slang Meanings

    Someone who sells products at very low prices.
    That merchant is known for his bargains in the market.
    Ese mercader es conocido por sus gangas en el mercado.
    Someone who trades illegally.
    The corner merchant always has products that cannot be found in stores.
    El mercader de la esquina siempre tiene productos que no se pueden encontrar en tiendas.