為替相場
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Meanings
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Standard financial term for the rate at which one currency can be exchanged for another.
Today's exchange rate shows a strong yen and a weak dollar.
Fluctuations in exchange rates affect the performance of export companies.
Usage patterns
- 為替相場が変動するfor the exchange rate to fluctuate
The exchange rate fluctuates every day.
- 為替相場が上がるfor the exchange rate to rise
The exchange rate rose due to the strong yen.
- 為替相場が下がるfor the exchange rate to fall
The exchange rate fell due to the worsening economy.
- 為替相場を操作するto manipulate the exchange rate
That country was criticized for manipulating its exchange rate.