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How to pronounce shop
Say it like this: /ʃɑp/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does shop mean?
nounAn establishment that sells goods or services to the public; originally only a physical location, but now a virtual establishment as well.
“From shop to shop Wandering, and littering with unfolded silks The polished counter.”
A place where things are manufactured or crafted; a workshop.
“A tailor called me in his shop.”
A large garage where vehicle mechanics work.
“The car's in the shop right now.”
verbTo visit stores or shops to browse or explore merchandise, especially with the intention of buying such merchandise.
“He’s (gone) shopping for clothes.”
To browse or purchase products from (a catalog, an internet website, etc.), mostly from home.
“Shop our new arrivals.”
To report the criminal activities or whereabouts of someone to an authority.
“He shopped his mates in to the police.”
intjUsed to attract the services of a shop assistant
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