Basic Meaning
v
This is the most basic and common usage, describing a mutual transfer of items or services.
to exchange; to swap; to trade (something for something else).
给人东西同时从他那里取得别的东西。
Words:
互换交换调换换取兑换
Sentences:
- 我们可以用巧克力来交换饼干吗?Can we swap my chocolate for your cookies?
- 我想把这本杂志跟你换那本书看看。I'd like to trade this magazine for that book of yours.
v
Often used for replacing an old, broken, or unsuitable item/person with a new one.
to change; to replace; to switch.
变换;更换。
Words:
换车换人换班换岗换防
Sentences:
- 你该换双新鞋了,这双快坏了。You should get a new pair of shoes; these ones are almost worn out.
- 公交车太挤了,我们下一站换车吧。The bus is too crowded. Let's change buses at the next stop.
v
Primarily used in financial contexts.
to exchange (currency); to convert (cash, securities).
兑换(用证券换取现金或用一种货币换另一种货币)。
Words:
换钱换汇换算兑换换汇成本
Sentences:
- 我得去银行把美元换成人民币。I need to go to the bank to exchange my U.S. dollars for Chinese yuan.
- 在机场换汇的汇率通常不太好。The exchange rate at the airport is usually not very good.
Writing & Component
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