Meaning
barter, swap
- the direct exchange of goods or services without using money
In a sentence
Prima della moneta, il commercio si basava interamente sul baratto.
Before currency, trade relied entirely on barter.
Nel nostro quartiere organizzano un mercatino del baratto ogni prima domenica del mese.
In our neighborhood, they organize a swap market every first Sunday of the month.
Non voglio denaro: propongo un semplice baratto tra questi due libri.
I don't want money: I suggest a simple swap between these two books.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| baratto | masculine · singular |
| baratti | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Can refer both to the ancient trading system and to modern swapping initiatives.