Shopkeeper: meaning, definitions and examples

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shopkeeper

[ ˈʃɒpˌkiːpə ]

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retail

A shopkeeper is a person who owns or manages a shop, typically selling goods to customers.

Synonyms

merchant, retailer, store owner

Examples of usage

The shopkeeper greeted every customer with a smile.
The shopkeeper restocked the shelves with new products.

Translations

Translations of the word "shopkeeper" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lojista

🇮🇳 दुकानदार

🇩🇪 Ladenbesitzer

🇮🇩 penjaga toko

🇺🇦 крамар

🇵🇱 sklepikarz

🇯🇵 店主

🇫🇷 commerçant

🇪🇸 tendero

🇹🇷 dükkan sahibi

🇰🇷 상점 주인

🇸🇦 صاحب المتجر

🇨🇿 obchodník

🇸🇰 obchodník

🇨🇳 店主

🇸🇮 trgovec

🇮🇸 kaupmaður

🇰🇿 дүкенші

🇬🇪 მაღაზიის მფლობელი

🇦🇿 dükan sahibi

🇲🇽 tendero

Word origin

The term 'shopkeeper' originated in the 14th century, derived from the Middle English word 'shope' meaning 'a booth or stall' and 'keeper' meaning 'one who has charge of something'. Shopkeepers have been essential figures in communities throughout history, providing goods and services to local residents.