swap

verb
UK: /swɒp/
US: /swɑːp/

  1. To give something to someone and receive something in return.

    1. Can we swap places? I can't see.
    2. I'll swap you my chocolate bar for your apple if you want, because I am hungry.

  2. To exchange one thing for another, often to get something better or more suitable.

    1. Let's swap these books; I think you'll like mine.
    2. Many people swap their old cars for newer models to reduce their emissions.

Synonyms

exchange barter trade
swap noun

  1. An act of exchanging one thing for another.

    1. We did a swap of our toys.
    2. The software update required a swap of several key system files.

  2. A situation where people exchange things, especially goods or services.

    1. The annual clothes swap is a great way to update your wardrobe on a budget.
    2. Participating in a house swap allowed them to experience living in a new country.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "swap" in English means: To give something to someone and receive something in return., To exchange one thing for another, often to get something better or more suitable..

The phonetic transcription of "swap" is /swɒp/ in British English and /swɑːp/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "swap": exchange, barter, trade.

Example usage of "swap": "Can we swap places? I can't see.". More examples on the page.