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“exchange” in Chinese

Chinese

Also兑换 (duì huàn) · 换货 (huàn huò)

Pronunciation

Pinyinjiāo huàn

Example

我们来交换名片吧。wǒ men lái jiāo huàn míng piàn ba

Let's exchange business cards.

Illustration for 交换 (exchange)

How to say “exchange” in Chinese

“Exchange” in Chinese is 交换 (jiāo huàn).

Two sides pass something across, and each receives what comes from the other.

Full entry for 交换: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 交换

在小组讨论中,大家积极交换意见。zài xiáo zú tǎo lùn zhōng dà jiā jī jí jiāo huàn yì jiàn

In the group discussion, everyone actively exchanged opinions.

Tips for using 交换

  • In everyday conversation, the noun after this verb identifies what moves between the two sides, such as contact details, views, or information.

Other Chinese words for “exchange”

凭优惠券可以兑换饮料。píng yōu huì quàn ké yǐ duì huàn yǐn liào

You can exchange a coupon for a drink.

这件衣服有问题,我要换货。zhè jiàn yī fú yǒu wèn tí wǒ yào huàn huò

This item of clothing has a problem, so I want to exchange it.

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