commercial

adjective B1 Neutral

Work Business

Meaning

The word "commercial" describes something that is related to business or making money.

💡 Be careful not to confuse "commercial" with "commerce," which refers to the activity of buying and selling.

Example Sentences

Is this building used for commercial purposes or homes ?

The commercial building has many shops and offices inside .

This commercial is very funny and easy to remember .

This movie is not very commercial and may not attract many viewers .

Word in Context

Every evening Maria watches the news and a short commercial for a new bike shop comes on . She has wanted a better bike for months , so the ad made her curious . Tomorrow she will visit the shop to try a bike and ask about the price . If the bike is comfortable , she will buy it and ride to work .

Common Phrases

commercial success commercial products commercial activities

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