Word
marketplace
Phoneticsmar·ket·place, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈmɑɹkətˌpɫeɪs/
UK/mˈɑːkɪtplˌeɪs/
Definitions
01physical market area
B1 · Intermediate Countable noun
n. an open space or building in a town where people meet to buy and sell goods.
n. a physical location, typically an open square or designated building, where a public market is held.
“The town marketplace was filled with the smell of fresh bread and flowers.”
“Local artisans gathered in the medieval marketplace every Saturday to sell handmade pottery and woven textiles to the visiting tourists.”
02the world of business
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun
n. the general world of trade, business, and competition between companies.
n. the abstract arena of commercial competition and economic activity.
日本語:市場※
“In today's global marketplace, companies must be ready to change quickly.”
“The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence has fundamentally disrupted the global marketplace, forcing traditional industries to rethink their long-term strategies.”
03exchange of ideas
C1 · Advanced Countable noun Academic · Formal
n. a situation where different ideas or opinions are shared and compared.
n. a metaphorical sphere where ideas, theories, or fashions are exchanged and evaluated by the public.
“The university provides a marketplace for new and challenging ideas.”
“The 'marketplace of ideas' concept suggests that through open public discourse, the most robust and truthful arguments will eventually prevail over falsehoods.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “marketplace” in context.
Verb
01. disrupt the marketplace
“Their revolutionary software has the potential to completely disrupt the marketplace.”
verb + noun
02. dominate the marketplace
“The tech giant continues to dominate the marketplace despite growing competition from smaller firms.”
verb + noun
03. enter the marketplace
“Several new competitors are expected to enter the marketplace by the end of the fiscal year.”
verb + noun
Adjective
04. crowded marketplace
“Startups must innovate constantly to distinguish themselves in an increasingly crowded marketplace.”
adj + noun
05. global marketplace
“The rise of e-commerce has allowed small artisans to sell their goods in the global marketplace.”
adj + noun
06. volatile marketplace
“Investors are cautious about launching new products in such a volatile marketplace.”
adj + noun
Noun
07. marketplace dynamics
“Understanding marketplace dynamics is essential for developing an effective long-term strategy.”
noun + noun
Preposition
08. in the marketplace
“To remain relevant in the marketplace, companies must adapt to changing consumer preferences.”
prep + noun
Real-World Examples
“Orders are typically placed through book marketplaces including Biblio and the Amazon-owned AbeBooks.” “It would be easy for it to be lost in a crowded marketplace amid flashier, more commercial offerings.” “Christine Colbert, owner of Dress Cheshire, said: "I've seen quite a big shift with people buying items on Vinted and other reputable marketplaces and asking us to authenticate the bags for them.” Etymology
From market + place.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- C1 · AdvancedOxford
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