sales
UK: seɪlz | US: seɪlz
n. the exchange of goods or services for money; transactions involving selling
n. (plural) the total revenue generated from selling goods or services
n. a period or event during which goods are sold at reduced prices
The word "sale" originates from Old English sala, derived from Old Norse sala, meaning "a selling." The plural form "sales" emerged naturally in English to denote multiple transactions or collective revenue. The root reflects the Germanic tradition of trade, with cognates in Dutch (verkoop) and German (Verkauf). The modern usage retains the core idea of commercial exchange while expanding to include specialized contexts (e.g., "sales department").
The company reported record sales last quarter.
She works in sales and marketing.
The store is having a summer sales event.
Online sales have increased dramatically.
His job involves managing sales for the region.