Sale

Definition

Sale is a noun that refers to the exchange of goods or services for money. It also denotes a period during which goods are offered at reduced prices.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /seɪl/
• Respelling: SAYL

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /seɪl/
• Respelling: SAYL

Etymology

The word "sale" originates from Old English "salu," meaning "act of selling," derived from Proto-Germanic "*salo" and related to Old Norse "sala" and Dutch "sael," referring to the same concept.

Derivatives

• Salesperson (noun)
• Salesmanship (noun)
• Salesman (noun)
• Resale (noun)
• Presale (noun)

Synonyms

• Transaction
• Bargain
• Trade

Antonyms

• Purchase
• Buy
• None

Usage

The term "sale" is commonly used in commerce and retail to describe exchanges or discounts. Examples include "The item is on sale this week" and "The sale was finalized after negotiation."

Related Terms

• Retail: The sale of goods directly to consumers.
• Discount: A reduction in price during a sale.
• Commerce: The activity of buying and selling goods and services.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The exchange of goods or services for money: Refers to the act of selling something.
  • Example: "The sale of the property took several months."
• A period of reduced prices: Refers to a temporary discount offered on goods or services.
  • Example: "There is a holiday sale at the mall."
• The amount of goods sold: Refers to the volume or total revenue from transactions.
  • Example: "The company reported increased sales this quarter."