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duty-free

Pronunciation: [ˈdjuːti friː]

Word

Learn how to use duty-free in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “shopping/travel”

(adjective) when you buy things without having to pay extra taxes on them. This often happens at airports where you can buy items like perfumes and chocolates that are cheaper because you don't pay taxes.

Example

I bought a duty-free watch at the airport, so I saved some money on it.

Example

I wished I could buy duty-free items, but I was not traveling internationally.

Example

Can you tell me which items in the store are duty-free?

Context: “shopping/travel”

(noun) stores or areas where you can buy items without paying taxes. These shops are usually found in airports or at borders, where travelers can purchase things at better prices.

Example

The duty-free shop had a great selection of chocolates and drinks.

Example

There was no duty-free shop at that small airport.

Example

Have you ever visited a duty-free store while traveling?

How to pronounce duty-free

Pronunciation: [ˈdjuːti friː]

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Sets with this word

Lessons with this word

  • Level A2

    Arrival

    Land, pass immigration and customs and leave the airport: English words for arrivals, baggage claim, lost luggage, shuttles and taxis, with audio.

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  • Level A2

    Duty free

    Shop and eat at the airport: English words for duty-free shops, tax-free prices, currency exchange, cafés and snacks, with audio.

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