English Reference
verb · noun

selling

v. · n.
US /ˈsɛɫɪŋ/ UK /sˈɛlɪŋ/ sell·ing

  1. 01 A1 Beginner

    v.the action of giving something to a buyer for money.

    v.the present participle and gerund of 'sell', describing the ongoing act of commercial exchange.

    Simple

    He is selling his old car to a neighbor for a very good price.

    In context

    The company is currently selling its European assets to focus more heavily on emerging markets in Southeast Asia.

  2. 02 A2 Elementary

    n.the work or business of persuading people to buy products.

    n.the activity or profession of promoting and exchanging goods for money.

    Simple

    Online selling has become much easier with modern apps.

    In context

    The rise of direct-to-consumer selling has fundamentally altered the traditional retail landscape over the last decade.

  3. 03 B2 Upper Intermediate

    n.the skill of being good at persuading people to buy things.

    n.the art or skill of salesmanship and persuasion in a commercial context.

    Simple

    She is very successful because her personal selling is so natural.

    In context

    Effective selling requires a deep understanding of psychological triggers and the ability to build immediate rapport with a potential client.

    persuasionsalesmanship

Usage selling off a stake

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Level A2 · Elementary
Frequency Very common
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