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UK/["/ˈkʌstəmə(r)/"]/US/["/ˈkʌstəmər/"]/

Meaning of Customer

In simple words: A person who buys goods or services.

Customer in a sentence

  • The customer returned the item because it was defective.
  • Every customer deserves excellent service.
  • A happy customer will likely buy again.
  • The store gave a discount to every customer during the sale.
  • We need to listen to customer feedback to improve our products.

How to use Customer

Use 'customer' in business contexts. It's suitable for both formal and casual situations. Avoid using it in very informal conversations where 'client' might be more appropriate.

Grammar pattern

customer + noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'custom' made for someone – a customer is someone who receives something made for them.

Related words

Collocations with Customer

Synonyms for Customer

Opposites of Customer

  • seller
  • vendor

Common mistakes with Customer

  • Confused with 'client' - generally, 'client' is used in services, 'customer' for retail.
  • Using 'customers' when referring to a singular person.
  • Mispronouncing the word, leading to misunderstanding.

Compare Customer with Client, Buyer, Consumer, Patron

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Frequently asked questions about Customer

What does Customer mean?

A person who buys goods or services.

What is the definition of Customer?

a person or an organization that buys goods or services from a shop or business

How do you use Customer in a sentence?

The customer returned the item because it was defective.

Can you give another example of Customer?

Every customer deserves excellent service.

What are synonyms for Customer?

Common alternatives include client, buyer, consumer, patron, purchaser.

What is the opposite of Customer?

Opposite meanings include seller, vendor.

What words go with Customer?

It commonly pairs with big, favoured/​favored, favourite/​favorite, have, deal with, help, care, relations, relationship.

What are common mistakes when using Customer?

Confused with 'client' - generally, 'client' is used in services, 'customer' for retail. Using 'customers' when referring to a singular person. Mispronouncing the word, leading to misunderstanding.

How do you pronounce Customer?

US: /["/ˈkʌstəmər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈkʌstəmə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Customer?

Use 'customer' in business contexts. It's suitable for both formal and casual situations. Avoid using it in very informal conversations where 'client' might be more appropriate.

What CEFR level is Customer?

"Customer" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.