exporter

[ɪkˈspɔːrtər]
nounpl: exporters
exportador
1. A person, company, or country that sends goods or services to another country for sale
Brazil is a major exporter of coffee and sugar.
O Brasil é um grande exportador de café e açúcar.
2. One who exports or sends out products internationally
The exporter must comply with all customs regulations.
O exportador deve cumprir todos os regulamentos aduaneiros.
3. A business entity engaged in the export trade
Our company is a leading exporter of agricultural products.
Nossa empresa é uma exportadora líder de produtos agrícolas.
In Brazil, exporters are economically significant as the country is one of the world's largest exporters of agricultural commodities. The term is widely used in business, economic discussions, and news media. In the USA, exporters represent an important part of the economy, and the status of 'exporter' carries professional prestige in international trade sectors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
shippertradermerchantvendor
Antonyms / Antônimos
importerbuyer

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
exportador
Standard term used in business and commerce
Rio de Janeiro
exportador
Same as general Brazilian usage
São Paulo
exportador
Common in business districts; may also hear 'empresa exportadora'
Portugal
exportador
Identical to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

exportexportationcustomscommercetrademerchant

Related Idioms & Phrases

major exporter
net exporter
registered exporter
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