C1 Level Wordlist - Shopping

Here you will learn some English words about shopping, such as "barcode", "boutique", "bargain", etc. prepared for C1 learners.

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C1 Level Wordlist
barcode [noun]

a row of black and white lines printed on a product that contain information such as its price, readable only by a computer

Ex: The warehouse manager used a handheld scanner to read the barcode on each box as it was received .

a label on an item that shows how much it costs

Ex: He carefully removed the price tags from the gifts before wrapping them for Christmas .
boutique [noun]

a small store in which fashionable clothes or accessories are sold

Ex: They opened a boutique bakery that sells artisanal bread and pastries .

a room in a clothing store where people can try on items of clothing before buying them

Ex: The actress retreated to her dressing room to prepare for her stage performance .
rack [noun]

a structure or frame designed to hold or store objects

Ex: Tools were organized neatly on the workshop rack .

money that a person can get in cash when buying something from a store with their debit card, which is then added to the bill they are paying

Ex: I opted for cash-back at the checkout counter instead of using my debit card to withdraw money from the ATM .
register [noun]

a machine used in restaurants, stores, etc. in which the received money is kept and each transaction is recorded

Ex: The new register system allowed for faster checkout times and more accurate inventory tracking .
safe [noun]

a strong durable box that has a complex lock, in which people keep their valuable items

Ex: The bank vault contained rows of safes , each belonging to a different account holder .

a system in which a number of cameras send their feed to television sets to protect a place and its occupants from crime

Ex: Hospitals use closed-circuit television to keep an eye on critical areas and ensure patient safety .

to negotiate the terms of a contract, sale, or similar arrangement for a better agreement, price, etc.

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to exchange goods or services without using money

Ex: The nomadic tribes engaged in bartering furs and hides for grains and textiles .

to casually look at different products in a store with no intention of making a purchase

Ex: They often browse the mall after lunch , enjoying the window displays and catching up on the latest gadgets and styles .

to visit different stores to compare the price of a particular product or products before buying

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to sell small quantities of goods directly to customers

Ex: The company is currently retailing a new line of products to test customer interest .

to sell products in large quantities at lower prices to other stores, rather than to the public directly

Ex: They chose to wholesale their handmade crafts to boutiques and gift shops instead of selling directly to consumers .

(of an event) to completely sell all available tickets, seats, leaving none remaining for further purchase

Ex: Despite the rain , the outdoor festival sold out , attracting a large crowd .

one of a series of stores that are all owned by the same company or person

Ex: The chain store announced plans to open ten new locations across the state next year .

a store that sells food, publications, alcohol, etc., often open 24 hours every day

Ex: The convenience store offers a variety of items , including groceries , toiletries , and lottery tickets .
deli [noun]

a store that sells cheese, cooked meat, and foreign food

Ex: He ordered a pound of potato salad from the deli to bring to the picnic .
kiosk [noun]

a small store with an open front selling newspapers, etc.

Ex: The food court has a variety of kiosks offering different types of cuisine , from Mexican to Asian .
outlet [noun]

a store or organization where the products of a particular company are sold at a lower price

Ex: They decided to visit the factory outlet to buy kitchen appliances at a fraction of the cost .
florist [noun]

a store that sells flowers and plants

Ex: He stopped by the florist on his way home from work to buy a bouquet of roses for his wife .
grocer [noun]

someone who sells food and other everyday products

Ex: The grocer stocks a variety of organic and locally sourced foods for health-conscious shoppers .

someone who sells writing materials, such as pens, pencils, paper, etc.

Ex: The stationer recommended a fountain pen for my calligraphy hobby .

the idea or belief that personal well-being and happiness depend on the purchase of material goods

Ex: The rise of consumerism in the 20th century led to increased production and consumption of goods .

someone who spends a lot of time shopping, often buying unnecessary things

Ex: He jokingly refers to himself as a shopaholic , always on the lookout for the latest gadgets and accessories .
duty-free [adjective]

(of goods) able to be imported without paying tax on them

Ex: Duty-free stores offer a wide range of products , including alcohol , tobacco , cosmetics , and electronics .

the general process of purchasing or selling something

Ex: Effective leaders ensure the seamless transaction of organizational operations .
on sale [phrase]

available for purchase

Ex: The supermarket has fresh produce on sale this week .

an order placed before the product is available for sale

Ex: The company offered a special gift for customers who placed a pre-order for the limited edition product .

the activity of drawing public attention to a service or product in order to help it sell more

Ex: She took advantage of the promotion to upgrade her airline ticket to first class at a discounted rate .
voucher [noun]

a digital code or a printed piece of paper that can be used instead of money when making a purchase or used to receive a discount

Ex: He redeemed his voucher for a free movie ticket at the theater box office .
half-price [adjective]

reduced to half the previous price of something

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the number of visitors or tourists to a shop or place during a specific period

Ex: The downtown area sees a surge in foot traffic during lunchtime as people visit restaurants and cafes .