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feminine

/meɾkanˈθia/

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Translation

merchandise, goods

Word origin

From mercante ('merchant'), from Latin mercari ('to trade'), from merx ('goods, wares').

Origin
Latin
Root
merx
English cognates
merchandise, merchant, market

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralmercancías

Examples

transporta .

The lorry carries the goods to the port.

.

All the merchandise arrived in perfect condition.

.

They sell second-hand goods at the market.

aduana .

Customs inspected every box of merchandise.

¿ ?

When do the next goods arrive at the shop?

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This word is part of lesson 63.