deal
Meaning: An agreement or transaction; a large amount; to handle or distribute
As a noun, 'deal' refers to an agreement or bargain ('a good deal') or a large quantity ('a great deal of money'). As a verb, 'deal with' means to handle or manage something. 'Deal' also means to distribute cards in games. 'It's a deal' confirms an agreement.
Examples
- They struck a deal with the suppliers. 他们与供应商达成了协议。Llegaron a un acuerdo con los proveedores.彼らはサプライヤーと契約を結びました。그들은 공급업체와 계약을 체결했습니다.
- I've got a great deal of work to do. 我有很多工作要做。Tengo una gran cantidad de trabajo por hacer.やるべき仕事がたくさんあります。해야 할 일이 아주 많습니다.
- How do you deal with stress? 你怎么应对压力?¿Cómo lidias con el estrés?ストレスにどう対処していますか?스트레스에 어떻게 대처하시나요?
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Old English 'dǣl' meaning 'a part, portion, share', related to German 'Teil' (part). The original sense was dividing something up — hence dealing cards. The business sense of an agreement or transaction developed from the idea of dividing profits.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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