How to Say ‘Exchange’ in Japanese
交換
koukan
[koh-kahn]
💬 Usage Tip: [交換] means “exchange/swap.” Common: [名刺交換] (business card exchange), [連絡先交換].
🇯🇵 In Japan: In business, [名刺交換] has its own etiquette, but in casual clubs, it’s relaxed—usually just LINE.
Phrase Breakdown
交換
koukan
[koh-kahn]
exchange; swap
Commonly used with contact info: 連絡先を交換する = “to swap contacts.”
部活で連絡先を交換した。
I exchanged contact info at the club.
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