No. 6,425 in Chinese
换取
"换取" means "to exchange for" or "to obtain in return."
In a sentence
他用自己的努力换取成功。
He used his own efforts to exchange for success.
Here, 换取 (exchange for) signifies achieving success by dedicating one's energy and determination, metaphorically exchanging effort for success.
为了增进两国的关系,他们决定换取产品和技术。
To enhance relations between the two countries, they decided to exchange products and technology.
In this sentence, 换取 indicates a literal exchange between goods and services between two parties, emphasizing collaboration.
我愿意付出更多时间换取这次机会。
I am willing to spend more time to exchange for this opportunity.
Here, 换取 conveys the concept of trading one resource, time, for another, an opportunity, suggesting the value alignment between the two.
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