exchange
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɪkˈsʧeɪndʒ/
KK: /ɪkˈsʧeɪndʒ/
adjective
Definition
Relating to a situation where something is given and received in return, often involving a swap or trade between parties.
Example
She participated in an exchange program to study abroad for a year.
Conversation
Have you heard about the new exchange program at the university?
Yes, I heard it allows students to study abroad for a semester!
I think it would be a great opportunity to meet new people and learn about different cultures.
Absolutely! I would love to participate in an exchange program myself.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
reciprocal
mutual
interchangeable
Antonyms
unilateral
one-sided
exclusive
intransitive verb
Definition
To give or receive something in return for something else; to trade or swap items or services.
Example
They decided to exchange gifts during the holiday season.
Tense Forms
Past: exchanged
Past Participle: exchanged
Conversation
Have you noticed how the rates exchange every day?
Yeah, it's crazy how quickly they change!
I wonder if it's a good time to exchange some money for our trip.
noun
Definition
The act of giving something and receiving something else in return, often involving a trade or swap.
Example
The two countries agreed to an exchange of goods to improve their trade relations.
Conversation
Did you notice the new exchange program at school?
Yeah, I heard it's a great opportunity to meet international students.
I'm thinking about joining it; it sounds like a fun exchange experience.
transitive verb
Definition
To give something and receive something in return, often as a trade or swap.
Example
They decided to exchange their old books for new ones at the store.
Tense Forms
Past: exchanged
Past Participle: exchanged
Conversation
Hey, do you think we could exchange our books for a week?
Sure, that sounds like a great idea!
I really want to read that new thriller you have.
Root Explanation
**Exchange** → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out of or from) and "cambiare" (meaning to change). The word "exchange" means to change something out of one form for another, typically involving a reciprocal action.
Memory Tip
Think of 'changing out of' ('ex-') one thing for another ('cambiare') — that's why exchange means to swap or trade.
Visually Confused Words
rechange
change
unexchanged
changer