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A2 verb #2,200 le plus courant 7 min de lecture

交易

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At the A1 level, you don't need to use '交易' often, but you will see it in apps. It simply means 'buying and selling' or a 'transaction'. When you pay for something with your phone in China, the screen might say '交易成功' (Transaction Success). Think of it as the formal word for 'buying things'. You might learn it as part of basic money vocabulary. It's helpful to recognize it so you know your payment went through. At this stage, just remember: 交易 = Money/Goods exchange.
At the A2 level, you start to use '交易' to describe simple business actions. You can say '这笔交易很公平' (This deal is fair). You are learning that Chinese has different words for 'buying' (买) and the 'act of a deal' (交易). You might use it when talking about a market or a simple agreement with a friend. It's a step up from basic shopping vocabulary and helps you sound more serious about your exchanges. You should also learn the measure word '笔' (bǐ) for transactions.
At the B1 level, you use '交易' in more varied contexts, especially in work or professional settings. You can discuss '网上交易' (online transactions) and the safety of '电子交易' (electronic transactions). You understand that it can be a verb: '他们正在交易' (They are trading). You also start to see it in news headlines about the economy. You should be able to explain the basic terms of a '交易'—the price, the goods, and the parties involved. It's no longer just about buying; it's about the process of the deal.
At the B2 level, you master the nuances of '交易'. You can discuss '交易成本' (transaction costs) and '交易风险' (transaction risks). You understand the difference between '交易' and '贸易' (macro trade). You can use it to describe more abstract things, like '人才交易' (trading of talent/headhunting). You are also aware of the negative connotations, such as '权钱交易' (trading power for money/corruption). Your vocabulary includes collocations like '达成交易' (to reach a deal) and '取消交易' (to cancel a transaction).
At the C1 level, '交易' becomes a tool for sophisticated analysis. You can discuss '内幕交易' (insider trading) in a legal context or '杠杆交易' (leveraged trading) in a financial context. You understand the historical etymology of the characters and how they relate to the 'I Ching'. You can use the word in academic writing about market dynamics or game theory. You are comfortable with idioms and formal expressions involving 交易, and you can distinguish between subtle synonyms like '博弈' (gaming/bargaining) and '交易'.
At the C2 level, you use '交易' with native-level precision across all registers. You can critique the '交易机制' (transaction mechanisms) of global markets or discuss the philosophical implications of '情感交易' (emotional transactions) in literature. You understand the deepest cultural roots of the word and can use it in high-level diplomatic or legal negotiations. You can detect subtle irony or cynicism when the word is used in non-commercial contexts. You are a master of the '交易' discourse in both the physical and digital worlds.
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交易 en 30 secondes

  • 交易 (jiāoyì) is the standard Chinese word for 'transaction' or 'to trade'.
  • It functions as both a noun and a verb in formal and business contexts.
  • The measure word for a transaction is '笔' (bǐ).
  • It is commonly seen in banking apps, stock markets, and legal documents.

At its core, 交易 (jiāoyì) represents the fundamental human act of exchange. Whether it is the simple act of buying a vegetable at a local wet market or the complex algorithmic execution of high-frequency stock trades, 交易 captures the essence of value moving from one hand to another. In Chinese, the character 交 (jiāo) implies crossing, meeting, or handing over, while 易 (yì) carries the ancient meaning of change or exchange (as seen in the I Ching or Book of Changes). Together, they form a word that is both a noun (a transaction) and a verb (to trade).

Economic Context
In a formal economic sense, 交易 refers to the transfer of ownership of goods or services from one entity to another in exchange for money, assets, or other services. It is the building block of the macro-economy.
Social Interaction
Beyond money, it can describe social 'deals' or compromises, though often with a slightly transactional or even cynical undertone if used outside of business.
Legal & Formal
In legal documents, 交易 is the standard term for any contractual exchange, covering everything from real estate to intellectual property.
“这场交易对双方都有利。” (This transaction is beneficial to both parties.)
— Common Business Idiom
“网络交易需要注意安全。” (Online transactions require attention to security.)
“他们正在进行秘密交易。” (They are conducting a secret deal.)
Verb Usage
When used as a verb, it often takes the form 'A 与 B 交易' (A trades with B).
Noun Usage
As a noun, it can be counted: '一笔交易' (one transaction/deal).

In modern digital China, 交易 is everywhere—from the billions of 交易 on Alipay (支付宝) to the complex 交易 on the Shanghai Stock Exchange. Understanding this word is key to navigating the world of Chinese commerce. It implies a formalization of the exchange, moving it from a simple favor to a structured agreement. When you see 交易, think of the 'handshake'—the moment the deal is struck and the value is exchanged.

Using 交易 (jiāoyì) correctly requires understanding its flexibility as both a noun and a verb. In its simplest form, it describes the act of trading. However, its usage varies significantly depending on the formality of the situation. At the A2 level, you might use it to describe a simple purchase, but as you progress, you will use it to describe complex financial instruments or even illicit activities.

1. As a Noun (The Transaction)

When used as a noun, 交易 is frequently paired with the measure word 笔 (bǐ), which is used for sums of money or deals. For example, '这笔交易很成功' (This deal was very successful). It can also be modified by adjectives like '公平的' (fair), '秘密的' (secret), or '非法的' (illegal).

  • 交易量 (jiāoyì liàng): Transaction volume (common in stock market news).
  • 交易额 (jiāoyì é): Transaction amount/turnover.
  • 交易日 (jiāoyì rì): Trading day.

2. As a Verb (To Trade)

As a verb, it is often intransitive or used with a preposition. You don't usually '交易 a book' directly; instead, you '进行交易' (conduct a transaction) or '与某人交易' (trade with someone). For example: '我们不与那家公司交易' (We do not trade with that company).

Pattern:

Subject + 与/和 + Someone + 交易

3. Formal vs. Informal

In a casual setting, people might say '买卖' (mǎimai - buying and selling). 交易 is more formal and is the standard term in business, economics, and law. If you are writing an email to a supplier, 交易 is the appropriate term. If you are talking about buying snacks at a convenience store, 交易 might sound a bit too formal, unless you are joking about the 'transaction'.

You will encounter 交易 in a variety of environments, ranging from the highly professional to the everyday digital experience. Because China is a global leader in e-commerce, the word appears constantly in digital interfaces and financial news.

1. E-commerce and Banking Apps

When you use apps like Alipay (支付宝) or WeChat Pay (微信支付), you will see a section called '交易记录' (Transaction History). Every time you pay for a bubble tea or a taxi, a '交易' is recorded. You might receive a notification saying '交易成功' (Transaction Successful).

2. Financial News and Stock Markets

If you watch CCTV-2 (the finance channel) or read Caixin, 交易 is used in every other sentence. Terms like '大宗交易' (block trades), '内幕交易' (insider trading), and '交易所' (exchange, e.g., 证券交易所 - Stock Exchange) are ubiquitous. The health of the economy is often measured by the '交易活跃度' (trading activity).

3. Business Meetings

During negotiations, partners will discuss the '交易条件' (terms of the deal). They might say, '为了达成这笔交易，我们需要进一步讨论价格' (In order to reach this deal, we need to further discuss the price).

4. Crime Dramas and News

In police procedurals, you'll hear detectives talking about '非法交易' (illegal transactions). This could refer to smuggling, money laundering, or the illegal wildlife trade. The word adds a layer of 'professionalism' even to criminal acts in these contexts.

"The stock market closed with a high 交易量 today due to the new policy announcement."

While 交易 is a straightforward word, learners often confuse it with similar terms or use it in the wrong register. Here are the most common pitfalls:

1. Confusing 交易 with 买卖 (Mǎimai)

买卖 literally means 'buy-sell'. It is often used to refer to 'a business' or the general act of commerce in a more colloquial way. For example, '做买卖' means 'to do business/be a merchant'. 交易 is the specific instance of exchange or the formal concept. You wouldn't usually say '一笔买卖' in a formal contract; you'd say '一笔交易'.

2. Confusing 交易 with 交换 (Jiāohuàn)

交换 means 'to exchange' or 'to swap'. It is usually used for non-monetary things, like '交换意见' (exchange opinions) or '交换礼物' (exchange gifts). 交易 almost always implies a commercial or value-based deal, usually involving money or professional assets.

3. Incorrect Measure Word

Learners often try to use '个' (ge) for 交易. While '一个交易' is understandable, the correct and more professional measure word is 笔 (bǐ). Using '一笔交易' immediately makes you sound more like a native speaker.

4. Using it for simple shopping

If you are at a supermarket, don't tell the cashier '我想和你交易' (I want to trade with you). It sounds like you are initiating a high-stakes spy deal. Just say '买' (buy).

To truly master 交易, you must understand its neighbors in the semantic field of commerce. Here are the most relevant synonyms and related terms:

1. 贸易 (màoyì) - Trade (Macro)

While 交易 is a 'transaction', 贸易 refers to 'trade' on a larger scale, usually between countries or large regions. You hear about '国际贸易' (international trade) or '贸易战' (trade war). You wouldn't call a single purchase of a car a '贸易', but the import/export of cars is '贸易'.

2. 成交 (chéngjiāo) - To Close a Deal

成交 is a result-oriented verb. It means the transaction has been successfully completed. On real estate websites, you'll see '成交价' (the final price the house sold for). If 交易 is the process, 成交 is the finish line.

3. 往来 (wǎnglái) - Dealings/Intercourse

往来 is a broader term for ongoing relations, often commercial. '商业往来' means 'business dealings'. It implies a long-term relationship rather than a single '交易'.

4. 生意 (shēngyi) - Business/Trade

生意 is the most common word for 'business' in a general sense. '做生意' (to do business). It is less formal than 交易 and focuses on the livelihood or the operation of a shop/company.

交易
The specific transaction or formal act of trading.
贸易
Large-scale, often international trade.
成交
The act of completing or striking the deal.

How Formal Is It?

Formel

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Niveau de difficulté

Grammaire à connaître

Exemples par niveau

1

交易成功。

Transaction successful.

Noun usage in a digital interface.

2

这是一笔交易。

This is a transaction.

Using the measure word 笔 (bǐ).

3

我不喜欢这笔交易。

I don't like this deal.

Simple negation.

4

交易在那儿。

The transaction (place) is over there.

Locative usage.

5

我们要交易吗？

Do we want to trade?

Verb usage in a question.

6

交易完成了。

The transaction is finished.

Using the particle 了 for completion.

7

这是一次公平的交易。

This is a fair trade.

Adjective + Noun.

8

请确认交易。

Please confirm the transaction.

Imperative sentence.

1

他们在市场上进行交易。

They are conducting trades in the market.

Using 进行 (to conduct) + 交易.

2

这笔交易的价格很高。

The price of this transaction is very high.

Possessive structure with 的.

3

你可以用手机完成交易。

You can complete the transaction using your phone.

Using 用 (with/using) to show means.

4

我们明天再谈这笔交易。

We will talk about this deal again tomorrow.

Adverb 再 for future repetition.

5

这是一笔秘密交易。

This is a secret deal.

Attributive adjective.

6

网上交易非常方便。

Online transactions are very convenient.

Topic-comment structure.

7

他不想参加这笔交易。

He doesn't want to participate in this deal.

Auxiliary verb 想.

8

交易记录在哪里？

Where is the transaction record?

Compound noun 交易记录.

1

为了保证安全，请不要在非官方平台交易。

To ensure safety, please do not trade on unofficial platforms.

Verb usage with a locative phrase.

2

这笔交易涉及大量的资金。

This transaction involves a large amount of capital.

Formal verb 涉及 (involve).

3

双方终于达成了交易。

The two parties finally reached a deal.

Resultative phrase 达成交易.

4

如果你不满意，可以取消交易。

If you are not satisfied, you can cancel the transaction.

Conditional 'If... then...' structure.

5

电子交易已经改变了我们的生活。

Electronic transactions have changed our lives.

Present perfect sense with 已经...了.

6

他在交易中赚了很多钱。

He made a lot of money in the trade.

Prepositional phrase '在...中'.

7

我们需要检查每一笔交易。

We need to check every single transaction.

Quantifier 每一笔.

8

这家公司主要从事农产品交易。

This company mainly engages in agricultural product trading.

Formal phrase 从事...交易.

1

股市的交易量今天创下了新高。

The stock market's trading volume hit a new high today.

Financial terminology.

2

他因为内幕交易被警察逮捕了。

He was arrested by the police for insider trading.

Passive voice with 被.

3

这种非法交易严重损害了市场秩序。

This kind of illegal trade seriously damaged the market order.

Abstract noun usage.

4

交易成本是我们在谈判中必须考虑的因素。

Transaction costs are a factor we must consider in negotiations.

Complex subject with a relative clause.

5

双方在交易条款上产生了一些分歧。

The two parties had some disagreements over the transaction terms.

Prepositional phrase '在...上'.

6

由于系统故障，所有交易暂时停止。

Due to a system failure, all transactions have been temporarily suspended.

Causal conjunction 由于.

7

他擅长进行高风险的金融交易。

He is good at conducting high-risk financial transactions.

Verb 擅长 (to be good at).

8

这笔交易的透明度受到了质疑。

The transparency of this transaction has been questioned.

Abstract concept 'transparency'.

1

这起权钱交易的丑闻震惊了全国。

This scandal of trading power for money shocked the whole country.

Four-character idiom-like phrase 权钱交易.

2

跨境交易涉及复杂的法律和税务问题。

Cross-border transactions involve complex legal and tax issues.

Professional/Academic register.

3

在数字经济时代，交易的本质正在发生变化。

In the era of the digital economy, the essence of transactions is changing.

Philosophical/Theoretical context.

4

该协议旨在规范二手车市场的交易行为。

The agreement aims to regulate transaction behavior in the second-hand car market.

Formal verb 旨在 (aims to).

5

这种交易模式在短期内可能会带来高额回报。

This transaction model may bring high returns in the short term.

Modal verb 可能会.

6

他试图通过一笔复杂的资产交易来避税。

He tried to avoid taxes through a complex asset transaction.

Preposition 通过 (through).

7

交易双方必须遵守诚实信用的原则。

Both parties to the transaction must abide by the principle of honesty and credit.

Legal principle 诚实信用.

8

随着区块链技术的发展，去中心化交易变得可能。

With the development of blockchain technology, decentralized trading has become possible.

Modern technical context.

1

这种政治交易往往隐藏在冠冕堂皇的借口之下。

Such political deals are often hidden under high-sounding excuses.

Metaphorical usage.

2

在全球化背景下，资源交易已成为国家战略的核心。

In the context of globalization, resource trading has become the core of national strategy.

Geopolitical context.

3

他将人际关系视为一种可以量化的交易。

He views interpersonal relationships as a quantifiable transaction.

Cynical/Philosophical usage.

4

该交易的达成标志着两家巨头公司的深度融合。

The completion of the deal marks the deep integration of the two giant companies.

Formal journalistic style.

5

我们需要审视这种交易对生态环境的长期影响。

We need to examine the long-term impact of such trades on the ecological environment.

Environmental/Ethical context.

6

在博弈论中，每一次交易都是一次策略的选择。

In game theory, every transaction is a choice of strategy.

Academic/Scientific context.

7

这种私下的利益交易严重侵蚀了社会的公平正义。

This private exchange of interests has seriously eroded social fairness and justice.

Strong rhetorical usage.

8

文学作品往往通过描写金钱交易来揭示人性的丑恶。

Literary works often reveal the ugliness of human nature by depicting money transactions.

Literary criticism context.

Collocations courantes

达成交易
进行交易
非法交易
网上交易
交易记录
交易量
交易额
交易价格
交易成本
内幕交易

Phrases Courantes

一笔交易

公平交易

秘密交易

电子交易

跨境交易

大宗交易

现金交易

虚拟交易

交易平台

交易时间

Souvent confondu avec

交易 vs 交换

交易 vs 贸易

交易 vs 买卖

Expressions idiomatiques

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Facile à confondre

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Structures de phrases

Famille de mots

Apparenté

Comment l'utiliser

Noun vs Verb

As a noun, it's a 'thing'. As a verb, it's an 'action'.

Colloquialism

In daily life, '买卖' is more common for small businesses.

Erreurs courantes
  • Using '个' instead of '笔'.
  • Using 交易 for simple shopping.
  • Confusing 交易 with 交换.
  • Forgetting the '与' when using it as a verb.
  • Mispronouncing 'yì' as a second tone.

Astuces

Learn the Measure Word

Always pair 交易 with 笔 (bǐ) to sound like a pro.

Business Context

In China, a 交易 is often the result of a long relationship.

App Usage

Look for 交易 in your banking app to track spending.

Verb Usage

Remember to use '与' (with) when trading with someone.

Contract Term

交易 is the standard term in any Chinese contract.

Handshake

Think of 交易 as the linguistic equivalent of a handshake.

Illegal Contexts

Be careful; 交易 is often used in news about crime.

Economics

Use 交易 when writing about market mechanisms.

Tone Accuracy

Ensure the fourth tone on 'yì' is sharp and clear.

Trade vs Transaction

Distinguish between 贸易 (Trade) and 交易 (Transaction).

Mémorise-le

Origine du mot

Contexte culturel

China is nearly cashless; 交易 happens via QR codes millions of times a second.

When discussing a 交易, it is polite to spend time building rapport before getting to the numbers.

Pratique dans la vie réelle

Contextes réels

Amorces de conversation

"你最近做过什么有趣的交易吗？"

"你觉得网上交易安全吗？"

"这笔交易你觉得划算吗？"

"我们怎么才能达成这笔交易？"

"你常用的交易平台是什么？"

Sujets d'écriture

描述一次你最难忘的交易经历。

你认为未来的交易方式会是什么样的？

写一写关于公平交易的重要性。

如果你能和历史人物交易，你会交易什么？

分析一下你所在城市的交易活跃度。

Questions fréquentes

10 questions

Technically yes, but it sounds too formal. Use '买' instead.

The most common measure word is 笔 (bǐ).

Usually, but it can refer to any exchange of value, including information or favors.

It means 'insider trading', which is illegal.

It is both. You can '进行交易' (noun) or '与人交易' (verb).

It is '交易记录' (jiāoyì jìlù).

A 'trading platform', like eBay, Amazon, or a stock exchange.

Yes, for trading items between players.

There isn't a direct opposite, but '赠送' (giving for free) is a contrast.

Only in a negative or cynical sense, like 'human trafficking' (人口交易).

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