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Shopping vocabulary

Shopping vocabulary

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Here's a lesson on vocabulary related to "Shopping Vocabulary" for the IELTS band score 3.0-4.5:

I. General Shopping Terms:

  • Shop: A place where goods are sold.

  • Customer: A person who buys goods or services.

  • Sale: A period of reduced prices or discounts on products.

  • Discount: A reduction in price.

  • Receipt: A document that serves as proof of purchase.

 

II. Shopping Locations:

  • Mall: A large enclosed building with multiple shops and stores.

  • Market: A place where goods are bought and sold, often in an open-air setting.

  • Boutique: A small shop that sells fashionable or specialized items.

  • Department store: A large retail store that offers a wide range of products.

  • Online store: A virtual store accessed through the internet.

 

III. Shopping Verbs:

  • Buy: To acquire something in exchange for money.

  • Pay: To give money in exchange for goods or services.

  • Browse: To look at items casually without intending to buy.

  • Shop around: To compare prices or products before making a purchase.

  • Return: To give back or exchange a purchased item.

 

IV. Types of Goods:

  • Clothing/Apparel: Items of clothing and accessories.

  • Electronics: Devices and equipment that operate using electrical currents.

  • Groceries: Food and household items typically purchased from a grocery store.

  • Cosmetics: Beauty products, such as makeup and skincare items.

  • Furniture: Items used for seating, sleeping, or storing belongings.

 

V. Payment Methods:

  • Cash: Physical currency used as a medium of exchange.

  • Credit card: A plastic card allowing the holder to make purchases on credit.

  • Debit card: A card linked to a bank account for electronic purchases.

  • Online payment: Payment made through digital platforms, such as PayPal or online banking.

  • Cashier: The person or machine handling payments at a store.

 

VI. Sizes and Measurements:

  • Small: Relatively little in size.

  • Medium: Average or intermediate in size.

  • Large: Big or substantial in size.

  • Extra-large: Bigger than the standard large size.

  • One size fits all: A single size designed to fit most people.

 

VII. Clothing and Apparel:

  • Shirt/T-shirt: A garment worn on the upper body.

  • Pants/Trousers: Clothing worn on the lower body, covering the legs.

  • Dress: A one-piece garment worn by women or girls.

  • Jacket: A lightweight outer garment worn on the upper body.

  • Shoes: Footwear worn to protect and comfort the feet.

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