Welcome to today’s lesson! In this session, we’ll explore vocabulary related to markets and shopping. Whether you’re visiting a local market or a grocery store, these words will help you navigate and communicate effectively while shopping.

English vocabulary - in the market

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Shopping vocabulary list:

  1. Market – A place where goods are bought and sold, often outdoors.
  2. Grocery Store/Supermarket – A retail store where food and other household items are sold.
  3. Shopping Cart/Trolley – A wheeled basket used by shoppers for carrying goods.
  4. Cashier – The person at the checkout counter who handles payments.
  5. Aisle – A passage between shelves in a store.
  6. Product – An item or goods available for purchase.
  7. Price Tag – A label showing the cost of an item.
  8. Discount/Sale – A reduction in the original price of an item.
  9. Checkout Counter/Till – The counter where customers pay for their purchases.
  10. Receipt – A document showing proof of purchase.
  11. Cash/Change – Money in the form of coins or bills.
  12. Basket – A container used for carrying goods while shopping.
  13. Produce Section – The area in a store where fresh fruits and vegetables are sold.
  14. Canned Goods – Food items packaged in cans.
  15. Dairy Section – The area in a store where milk, cheese, and other dairy products are sold.
  16. Frozen Foods – Food items that are stored at very low temperatures.
  17. Meat Department – The section in a store where fresh and packaged meats are sold.
  18. Bakery – The section in a store where bread and baked goods are sold.
  19. Checkout Line/Queue – The line of customers waiting to pay for their purchases.
  20. Credit Card/Debit Card – Plastic cards used for making electronic payments.

Practice sentences:

  1. The local market is open every Saturday.
  2. I need to pick up some vegetables from the produce section.
  3. The cashier was friendly and efficient.
  4. There’s a great discount on clothing items today.
  5. Don’t forget to grab a shopping cart for your groceries.
  6. The price tag on this shirt is reasonable.
  7. The checkout line is moving quickly today.
  8. I’ll pay with my credit card for convenience.
  9. I always check the receipt to ensure the correct total.
  10. The frozen foods section is near the back of the store.

Congratulations! You’ve completed the “In the Market” vocabulary lesson. Now you’ll be better prepared for your next shopping trip!

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