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retail

Pronunciation: [/ˈɹiˌteɪl/]

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retail: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use retail in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “business”

(noun) the sale of goods to consumers in small quantities or individual items, rather than in bulk or wholesale

Example

She opened a retail store selling handmade jewelry.

Example

The company decided to switch from retail to wholesale to reach a larger market.

Example

What is the difference between retail and wholesale?

Context: “commerce”

(verb) to sell goods to consumers in small quantities or individual items, usually at a fixed price in a physical store or online

Example

The bakery will retail their famous pastries at the farmer's market this weekend.

Example

The manufacturer does not directly retail their products; they only sell to distributors.

Example

Where do you usually go to retail shop for clothes?

How to pronounce retail

Pronunciation: [/ˈɹiˌteɪl/]

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