To buy



Exemple : I buy groceries at the supermarket nearby

Definition


"To buy" means to acquire something by paying money or its equivalent in exchange. It involves the act of purchasing goods or services from a seller, as in the example phrase 'I buy groceries at the supermarket nearby.'

Étymologie


The verb "to buy" originates from Old English 'bycgan,' which means to acquire or obtain. Its roots trace back to Germanic languages, reflecting a long history of trade and exchange. Did you know that the word has maintained a similar sound and meaning for over a thousand years?

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"To buy" figure dans la liste Vocaplus "Anglais - Général - (A1) - partie 1", qui contient 103 mots fréquemment utilisés.
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