We exchanged polite hellos in the hallway.
We exchanged polite hellos in the hallway.
English
exchange
ɛksˈtʃeɪndʒ
Meaning: to give and receive something
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | exchange |
| 3rd person singular present | exchanges |
| Present participle | exchanging |
| Past | exchanged |
| Will future | will exchange |
| Going-to future | going to exchange |
| Imperative negative | don't exchange / do not exchange |
Example sentences
They exchanged gifts during the holiday.
We exchanged polite hellos.
We exchanged polite hellos.
We usually exchange gifts with our family on Christmas morning.
We usually exchange gifts with our family on Christmas morning.
It is a long-standing tradition to exchange gifts on Christmas.
It is a long-standing tradition to exchange gifts on Christmas.
It is a local custom to exchange gifts during the festival.
It is a local custom to exchange gifts during the festival.
Travelers should exchange their money into local currency before the trip.
Travelers should exchange their money into local currency before the trip.
You can exchange this voucher for a free meal at the restaurant.
You can exchange this voucher for a free meal at the restaurant.
Usage Notes
To exchange something means to give an item to someone and receive something else in return.
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