Hawker: meaning, definitions and examples
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hawker
[ ˈhɔː.kər ]
street food
A hawker is a vendor who sells goods or food on the street or in markets. They often have mobile stalls or carts to sell their products. Hawkers can be found in many countries around the world, offering a wide variety of items such as snacks, drinks, and local delicacies.
Synonyms
peddler, street seller, vendor
Examples of usage
- During the festival, the hawker sold delicious kebabs from his food cart.
- The hawker's stall was popular among locals for its fresh fruit juices.
Translations
Translations of the word "hawker" in other languages:
🇵🇹 vendedor ambulante
🇮🇳 फलवाला
🇩🇪 Straßenhändler
🇮🇩 pedagang keliling
🇺🇦 вуличний торговець
🇵🇱 sprzedawca uliczny
🇯🇵 行商人
🇫🇷 vendeur ambulant
🇪🇸 vendedor ambulante
🇹🇷 seyyar satıcı
🇰🇷 행상인
🇸🇦 بائع متجول
🇨🇿 pouliční prodavač
🇸🇰 pouličný predajca
🇨🇳 小贩
🇸🇮 ulični prodajalec
🇮🇸 götusali
🇰🇿 көшедегі сатушы
🇬🇪 ქუჩის მოვაჭრე
🇦🇿 küçə satıcısı
🇲🇽 vendedor ambulante
Etymology
The term 'hawker' originated in the 12th century and was initially used to describe a person who sold goods by calling out in the streets. Over time, the term evolved to refer specifically to those selling food or goods from mobile stalls. In many cultures, hawkers play a significant role in providing convenient and affordable options for people to purchase items while on the go.