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UK/["/ˈsuːpəmɑːkɪt/"]/US/["/ˈsuːpərmɑːrkɪt/"]/

Meaning of Supermarket

In simple words: A large store where you can buy many different kinds of food and other products.

Supermarket in a sentence

  • I only shop at this supermarket.
  • It is the fifth largest **supermarket chain** in the UK.
  • An increasing amount of organic produce is to be found on **supermarket shelves**.
  • a supermarket checkout/aisle
  • a supermarket trolley

How to use Supermarket

Commonly used in everyday conversation; suitable for all audiences. Not typically used in formal contexts, where 'grocery store' might be preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'super' as in 'great', and 'market' as in a place to buy things.

Related words

Collocations with Supermarket

Synonyms for Supermarket

  • grocery store
  • market
  • food store
  • convenience store

Opposites of Supermarket

Common mistakes with Supermarket

  • Confusing 'supermarket' with 'hypermarket' which is larger
  • Using 'supermarket' when referring to smaller local shops
  • Incorrectly spelling 'supermarket' as 'supermarkit'

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Frequently asked questions about Supermarket

What does Supermarket mean?

A large store where you can buy many different kinds of food and other products.

What is the definition of Supermarket?

a large shop that sells food, drinks and goods used in the home. People choose what they want from the shelves and pay for it as they leave.

How do you use Supermarket in a sentence?

I only shop at this supermarket.

Can you give another example of Supermarket?

It is the fifth largest **supermarket chain** in the UK.

What are synonyms for Supermarket?

Common alternatives include grocery store, market, food store, convenience store.

What is the opposite of Supermarket?

Opposite meanings include specialty store, boutique.

What words go with Supermarket?

It commonly pairs with leading, major, top, chain, giant, group.

What are common mistakes when using Supermarket?

Confusing 'supermarket' with 'hypermarket' which is larger Using 'supermarket' when referring to smaller local shops Incorrectly spelling 'supermarket' as 'supermarkit'

How do you pronounce Supermarket?

US: /["/ˈsuːpərmɑːrkɪt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈsuːpəmɑːkɪt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Supermarket?

Commonly used in everyday conversation; suitable for all audiences. Not typically used in formal contexts, where 'grocery store' might be preferred.

What CEFR level is Supermarket?

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