Spanish Conversation · Level 55
75 words
Spanish word
trueque
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈtɾweke/
Meaning
- masculine nounbarter
Example
¿Quieres hacer un trueque conmigo?
Do you want to barter with me?
More examples
Si no quieres dinero, puedes ofrecer un trueque por los libros usados.
If you don't want money, you can offer a trade for the used books.
Core concept
Direct exchange of goods or services between people without using money.
Common phrases
ofrecer un trueque
offer a trade
aceptar un trueque
accept a trade
Similar words
intercambio: Mutual exchange of goods or services between parties.
Definition in Spanish
Forma de intercambio en la que las partes acuerdan cambiar objetos o servicios directamente, sin mediación de dinero, especialmente entre particulares o en mercados informales.
Word origin
Trueque comes from the verb trocar/truecar 'to exchange' and names the non-monetary swap of goods or services between parties.
Usage tips
- Often used with hacer (hacer un trueque or hacer trueque) to propose a direct, non-monetary swap, and contrasts with intercambio (a broader exchange) and permuta (a formal or legal swap).