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Salon

UK //səˈlɒn//US //səˈlɑːn//

Definition

A business where people receive beauty and grooming treatments.

In simple words: A place where people go for beauty treatments.

Examples

  • She went to the salon for her haircut.
  • The salon offers a variety of services, including massages.
  • After the salon visit, her hair looked fabulous.
  • He opened a new salon last month in the city center.
  • They provide skincare treatments at that salon in town.
  • The salon was crowded on Saturday with eager customers.
  • She works as a stylist at a trendy salon.
  • The salon’s interior was beautifully decorated.
  • He had a terrible experience at the salon last week.
  • She always books her appointments at the same salon.

Usage notes

Used to refer to beauty or hairdressing establishments. Not typically used for other types of shops; formal occasions may require more specific terms like 'spa'.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'salon' as a 'salon of beauty' - a place where you get pampered.

Collocations

  • beauty salon
  • hair salon
  • nail salon
  • high-end salon
  • full-service salon

Synonyms

  • spa
  • beauty parlor
  • hair salon
  • barbershop
  • establishment

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'saloon' which refers to a bar or pub.
  • Using 'salon' to refer to a gathering instead of a beauty shop.
  • Mispronouncing the word, especially in non-native contexts.