"Seller" vs. "merchant": two faces of trade
Reviewed and edited by
Lloyd Cooper 18/10/2024, 16:35
English.me team member

What is similar?
Both "seller" and "merchant" refer to individuals or entities involved in the sale of goods or services.
What is different?
A "seller" is a more general term that can refer to anyone who sells something, while "merchant" typically implies a professional or business entity engaged in the trade of goods, especially in larger quantities or as part of a business.
Which one is more common?

Examples of usage
Seller- The seller offered a discount to close the deal.
- She is a top seller on the e-commerce platform.
- The seller was willing to negotiate the price.
- The merchant set up his stall early in the morning.
- Local merchants are preparing for the holiday shopping season.
- In medieval times, merchants traveled long distances to trade their spices.