B2 noun محايد

commodity

/kəˈmɒd.ə.ti/

A raw material or primary agricultural product that can be bought and sold, such as copper, coffee, or oil. In a broader sense, it can refer to any useful or valuable thing that is treated as a tradeable good.

أمثلة

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1

Water is becoming an increasingly scarce commodity in many parts of the world.

Water is becoming a very rare and valuable resource in many regions.

2

The international trade agreement regulates the export of various agricultural commodities.

The global treaty controls how different farming products are sent to other countries.

3

In this busy office, a quiet moment is a rare commodity.

In this hectic workplace, having some peace is a very unusual and valued thing.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
commodity
Verb
commodify
صفة
commodified
مرتبط
commodification
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نصيحة للحفظ

Think of 'Common-Dity'. It is a 'common' item like corn or oil that is the same no matter who sells it.

اختبار سريع

In the modern digital age, personal data has become a valuable ________ for tech companies.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: commodity

أمثلة

1

Water is becoming an increasingly scarce commodity in many parts of the world.

everyday

Water is becoming a very rare and valuable resource in many regions.

2

The international trade agreement regulates the export of various agricultural commodities.

formal

The global treaty controls how different farming products are sent to other countries.

3

In this busy office, a quiet moment is a rare commodity.

informal

In this hectic workplace, having some peace is a very unusual and valued thing.

4

The price fluctuations of primary commodities often dictate the economic stability of developing nations.

academic

The changing costs of raw materials often control the financial health of growing countries.

5

Investors are looking to diversify their portfolios by purchasing precious metals and other commodities.

business

Investors want to spread their risks by buying gold and other tradeable raw materials.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
commodity
Verb
commodify
صفة
commodified
مرتبط
commodification

تلازمات شائعة

basic commodity A fundamental item needed for daily life like food or fuel.
commodity prices The market value of raw materials.
global commodity A product traded on international markets.
commodity market A physical or virtual marketplace for buying and selling raw goods.
scarce commodity Something that is in short supply and therefore valuable.

العبارات الشائعة

hot commodity

A person or thing that is currently very popular or in high demand.

precious commodity

Something very valuable, often referring to time or health.

primary commodity

A material in its raw state before processing.

يُخلط عادةً مع

commodity vs product

A product is usually a finished good (like a phone), whereas a commodity is usually a raw material (like gold) that is interchangeable with others of the same type.

commodity vs convenience

In older English, commodity meant convenience, but today it strictly refers to tradeable goods.

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ملاحظات الاستخدام

Use 'commodity' when discussing economics, trade, or raw materials. Figuratively, it is used to describe abstract qualities like 'time' or 'patience' when they are seen as limited resources.

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أخطاء شائعة

Learners sometimes use 'commodity' to describe any object they own; however, it specifically refers to things that are bought and sold in bulk or are uniform in quality.

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نصيحة للحفظ

Think of 'Common-Dity'. It is a 'common' item like corn or oil that is the same no matter who sells it.

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أصل الكلمة

Derived from the Latin 'commoditas', meaning fitness, convenience, or advantage.

أنماط نحوية

Countable noun Plural: commodities Often used as a noun adjunct (e.g., commodity trading)
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السياق الثقافي

In capitalist societies, 'commodification' is a term used to describe the process of turning things not normally considered goods (like art or human labor) into something that can be bought and sold.

اختبار سريع

In the modern digital age, personal data has become a valuable ________ for tech companies.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: commodity

كلمات ذات صلة

microcadable

C1

Refers to the capability of a component, circuit, or system to be modeled and processed using micro-scale Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software. It describes materials or layouts that are compatible with high-precision digital drafting and simulation tools at the micrometer level.

cophilful

C1

A cophilful refers to the specific amount or volume that can be contained within a specialized, traditionally crafted vessel known as a cophil. It is used primarily in niche artisan contexts, such as high-end perfumery or traditional pigment mixing, to denote a precise measure of a precious substance.

extracryptancy

C1

Describing a state of being extremely obscured or layered with multiple levels of concealment, often beyond standard security or clarity. It is used to qualify information, systems, or behaviors that are intentionally rendered nearly impossible to decipher.

micromercine

C1

A high-performance synthetic textile composed of extremely fine fibers, characterized by its superior breathability and moisture-wicking capabilities. It is predominantly utilized in the manufacturing of premium athletic apparel and specialized technical gear.

synbioship

C1

Describing a state of collaborative or interdependent existence between natural biological organisms and human-engineered synthetic systems. It refers to the integrated functioning of synthetic biology within a natural environment or host.

extracursion

C1

To deviate or wander away from a prescribed path, topic, or standard course of action. It is frequently used in formal or technical contexts to describe the act of moving beyond established boundaries or digressing from a main subject.

contramortion

C1

Contramortion refers to a strategic measure or process designed to counteract the decline, decay, or expiration of a system, asset, or legal state. It is typically used in technical or academic contexts to describe an intervention that prevents a total loss or 'death' of a functional entity.

monocognful

C1

Describing a state of being completely absorbed in a single thought or idea to the exclusion of all other stimuli. It implies an intense, singular cognitive focus where the mind is entirely occupied by one specific concept or mental process.

adgesttude

C1

To adjust or recalibrate a prediction, strategy, or value by incorporating prevailing public attitudes or social sentiments. It involves refining objective data with subjective psychological insights to ensure a more accurate or harmonious outcome.

abjudtude

C1

The state or quality of being formally rejected, cast off, or disowned through an authoritative or judicial decision. It refers to a condition of absolute renunciation where a person or entity is stripped of their previous status or rights.

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