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grocery store

[ ˈɡroʊsəri stɔːr ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

shopping for food

A grocery store is a retail store that primarily sells food. It may also sell non-food items such as household goods, personal care products, and pharmacy items. Grocery stores typically offer a wide variety of products, including fresh produce, meat, dairy, and packaged goods.

Synonyms

food store, market, supermarket.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
grocery store	Commonly used in the US, this term refers to a small to medium-sized store selling food and household items. I'm going to the grocery store to buy some vegetables. The grocery store near my house has everything I need.
supermarket	Larger than a grocery store, often part of a chain, offering a wide variety of items including non-food products. I do most of my shopping at the supermarket. The supermarket has a great selection of international foods.
market	Can refer to an outdoor or indoor space where vendors sell a variety of goods, including food; can also imply a more traditional or local aspect. Let's visit the farmer's market this Sunday. The local market has the best fresh produce.
food store	A general term that can refer to any store primarily selling food; less commonly used than 'grocery store'. Could you stop by the food store on your way home? The food store has a wide selection of organic products.

Examples of usage

I need to stop by the grocery store to pick up some milk and bread.
She works at the local grocery store as a cashier.
The grocery store is having a sale on fruits and vegetables this week.

Translations

Translations of the word "grocery store" in other languages:

🇵🇹 supermercado

🇮🇳 किराना दुकान

🇩🇪 Lebensmittelgeschäft

🇮🇩 toko kelontong

🇺🇦 продуктовий магазин

🇵🇱 sklep spożywczy

🇯🇵 食料品店

🇫🇷 épicerie

🇪🇸 tienda de comestibles

🇹🇷 bakkal

🇰🇷 식료품점

🇸🇦 متجر بقالة

🇨🇿 potraviny

🇸🇰 potraviny

🇨🇳 杂货店

🇸🇮 trgovina z živili

🇮🇸 matvörubúð

🇰🇿 азық-түлік дүкені

🇬🇪 სურსათის მაღაზია

🇦🇿 ərzaq mağazası

🇲🇽 tienda de abarrotes

Etymology

The concept of grocery stores dates back to ancient times, where markets were the primary source of food and other goods. In the 19th century, the first modern grocery store was opened in the United States. Over time, grocery stores have evolved to become essential establishments in communities, offering convenience and a wide range of products to customers.