Synonyms for

Shops

Verb / ʃɑ:ps / Another word for shops — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Shops is a plural noun that refers to a place where goods or services are sold.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

establishments outlets businesses premises

Informal

stores hangouts joints spots

Literary

emporiums bazaars mart

Antonyms

factories manufactories workshops studios laboratories studios

Common collocations

  • local shops
  • high street shops
  • corner shops
  • shops open
  • shops closed
  • shops for
  • shops selling
  • shops at

Word family

noun shop
verb shop
adjective shoppy

Usage note

The word 'shops' is the plural of 'shop', a place where goods are sold. It is commonly used in British English, while 'stores' is more common in American English.

Example sentences

  1. I went to the shops to buy some milk.
  2. There are many shops in the mall.
  3. The shops in this area are very expensive.
  4. My mom works at a shop.
  5. The shops were closed on Christmas day.

Quotes

  • The man who goes alone can start today; but he who travels with another must wait till that other is ready. - Henry David Thoreau
  • The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page. - Saint Augustine
  • I am not the same, having seen the moon shine on the other side of the world. - Mary Anne Radmacher

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