Also means
to swap
Usage Note
Intercambiar is the standard verb for exchanging things between parties, from intercambio (exchange). It differs from cambiar (to change) in implying a mutual swap: intercambiar ideas means both sides contribute. The noun intercambio is widely used for cultural or language-exchange programmes.
Examples
"Vamos a intercambiar los documentos mañana."
Natural Translation
We are going to exchange the documents tomorrow.
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