sell
Translation
to sell
Examples
I need to sell my old car.
I need to sell my old car.
He sells insurance for a living.
He sells insurance for a living.
These cakes sell very well.
These cakes sell very well.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to sell (sth.) She sells handmade jewellery.
((sth.)) ((to sb.)) to sell (sth.) to (sb.) He sold his bike to his friend.
sell well/badly to be bought in large/small amounts The new phone is selling well.
Similar Words
Synonyms: vend, market; Antonyms: buy, purchase
Etymology
From Old English 'sellan' meaning 'to give, furnish, supply'.
Memory Tips
Think of a shop with a 'For Sale' sign. 'Sell' is the action of making that sale.