Definitions
n. the act of exchanging something for money
出售；销售
n. a period when a shop sells goods at reduced prices
降价促销
n. the amount sold or money earned from selling goods
销售额；销量
Example
I bought these boots in the winter sale.
我在冬季促销时买了这双靴子。
The sale of locally produced food can support farmers while reducing emissions associated with long-distance transport.
销售本地生产的食品既能支持农民，也能减少长途运输带来的排放。
Collocations
- for sale
- on sale
- sales figures
- a clearance sale
Word family
- sell (v.)
- seller (n.)
Usage tip
for sale指待售；销售额或销量通常用复数sales。
FAQ
- What does sale mean?
- the act of exchanging something for money a period when a shop sells goods at reduced prices the amount sold or money earned from selling goods
- How is sale pronounced?
- UK /seɪl/, US /seɪl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
