balance of trade
US /ˈbæl.əns əv treɪd/
UK /ˈbæl.əns əv treɪd/

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貿易順差
the difference in value between a country's imports and exports over a period.
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The country is trying to improve its balance of trade by increasing exports.
該國正試圖通過增加出口來改善其貿易順差。
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A negative balance of trade indicates a trade deficit.
負的貿易順差表示貿易逆差。