How Do You Spell IMPORTS?

Pronunciation: [ɪmpˈɔːts] (IPA)

The word "imports" is spelled with six letters, and the IPA phonetic transcription would be /ɪmˈpɔːts/. The first syllable is pronounced "im" and is represented by the symbol /ɪm/, rhyming with "him". The second syllable is pronounced "paw" and is represented by the symbol /pɔː/, rhyming with "law". The final syllable is pronounced "ts" and is represented by the symbol /ts/. The word refers to goods or services that are brought into a country from another country.

IMPORTS Meaning and Definition

1. Imports refer to goods or services bought or brought into a country from another country, typically for the purpose of trade or consumption. These items are produced or manufactured in the foreign country and are then transported and sold in the local market of the importing nation. Imports can cover a wide range of commodities, including raw materials, finished goods, machinery, technology, agricultural products, and more.

   Countries import goods for several reasons. One primary motive is to access goods that are not available or produced locally. For instance, countries lacking certain natural resources or facing limited production capacity rely on imports to meet the demands of their population. Additionally, imports aid in promoting market competitiveness by providing consumers with a wider variety of products to choose from. They can also contribute to economic growth and development by allowing businesses to access new markets and technologies.

   Governments often regulate imports through customs duties or tariffs. These measures can be used to protect domestic industries, control the flow of specific goods, or generate revenue for the government. However, excessive import restrictions may lead to higher prices for consumers, reduced product choices, and potential negative impacts on international trade relationships.

   Understanding and monitoring imports is crucial for analyzing a country's trade balance and economic health. Import statistics enable policymakers, economists, and researchers to assess a nation's dependence on foreign goods, identify areas of trade deficit, evaluate market trends, and develop strategies for sustainable economic growth.

Top Common Misspellings for IMPORTS *

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Etymology of IMPORTS

The word "imports" has its origins in the Latin language. It is derived from the Latin verb "importare", which is a combination of the prefix "im" (meaning "into" or "against") and the verb "portare" (meaning "to carry"). In Latin, "importare" literally means "to bring in" or "to carry into". Over time, this term was adopted into English and has come to refer to goods or commodities that are brought into a country from foreign sources for sale or trade.

Similar spelling words for IMPORTS

• imparting,
• impartial,
• importer,
• Importune,
• imported,
• impart,
• importee,
• importing,
• import,
• importance,
• IMBER,
• important.

Conjugate verb Imports

CONDITIONAL

I would import

we would import

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FUTURE

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FUTURE PERFECT

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PAST

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PRESENT

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