Mercados (en. Markets)

/mer'kaðos/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A space designated for the sale of products or services.
Local markets offer fresh fruits and vegetables.
Los mercados locales ofrecen frutas frescas y verduras.
A set of buyers and sellers in a specific area.
The housing market is constantly changing.
El mercado de vivienda está en constante cambio.
An economic exchange system based on supply and demand.
Financial markets are fundamental to the economy.
Los mercados financieros son fundamentales para la economía.

Etymology

Comes from the Latin 'mercatus', which means commerce.

Common Phrases and Expressions

black market
Illegal trade of goods and services.
mercado negro
open market
Expand the sale of products to new areas.
abrir mercado
target market
A specific group of consumers to whom a product is directed.
mercado meta

Related Words

merchandise
A set of goods that are bought and sold.
mercadería
trade
Activity of exchanging goods and services.
comercio
consumer
A person who buys and uses products or services.
consumidor

Slang Meanings

Informal market
In the informal market, you can find products at better prices.
En el mercado informal se pueden encontrar productos a mejor precio.
To enter the market
They are going to enter the organic products market.
Van a meterse en el mercado de productos ecológicos.