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How to Say "they swap" in Spanish

The Spanish word forthey swapis cambianA2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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informal substitution
Two cartoon characters exchanging items; one hands over a red apple, and the other hands over a blue fish, symbolizing an exchange of goods.

Examples

Ellos cambian los euros por moneda local en el aeropuerto.

They exchange euros for local currency at the airport.

Los niños cambian cartas deportivas en el recreo.

The children trade sports cards during recess.

Direct Exchange

When 'cambiar' means exchanging two items (A for B), you often use 'por' or sometimes 'a cambio de' to link them: 'Cambian libros por juguetes' (They exchange books for toys).

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