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shop

Pronunciation: [/ʃɑp/]

Word

shop: meanings and example sentences

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

Context: “commerce”

(noun) a place where goods or services are sold, usually to the public. It's like a store where you can buy things.

Example

Let's go to the shop to buy some groceries.

Example

The shop was closed by the time we got there.

Example

Which shop sells the best clothes in town?

Context: “shopping”

(verb) to visit stores or online sites to browse or purchase goods. When you go out to look for things like clothes, toys, or food.

Example

I need to shop for a new coat before winter arrives.

Example

She didn't have time to shop for gifts this year.

Example

Do you shop online or at physical stores more often?

How to pronounce shop

Pronunciation: [/ʃɑp/]

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