stall
A small shop with an open front or a large table used for selling goods in a public place, like a market. It is typically temporary or part of a larger collection of similar selling points.
Examples
3 of 5I bought these fresh flowers at a stall in the local market.
I bought these fresh flowers at a stall in the local market.
The organization requested a permit for a stall to distribute information during the festival.
The organization requested a permit for a stall to distribute information during the festival.
Let's go see what that food stall is selling; it smells great!
Let's go see what that food stall is selling; it smells great!
Antonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'stand'. A stall is a place where a seller 'stands' to sell things, often in a market.
Quick Quiz
She sells handmade jewelry from a small ____ at the weekend market.
Correct!
The correct answer is: stall
Examples
I bought these fresh flowers at a stall in the local market.
everydayI bought these fresh flowers at a stall in the local market.
The organization requested a permit for a stall to distribute information during the festival.
formalThe organization requested a permit for a stall to distribute information during the festival.
Let's go see what that food stall is selling; it smells great!
informalLet's go see what that food stall is selling; it smells great!
Historical records indicate that the town market consisted of thirty individual stalls for various trades.
academicHistorical records indicate that the town market consisted of thirty individual stalls for various trades.
We need to hire a professional designer for our exhibition stall at the trade show next month.
businessWe need to hire a professional designer for our exhibition stall at the trade show next month.
Antonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
market stall
market stall
food stall
food stall
stall holder
stall holder
Often Confused With
A store is usually a permanent building you enter, while a stall is a small, open-fronted stand.
A stall can be a single compartment for an animal, but in a shopping context, it refers to a market stand.
Usage Notes
Use this word specifically for small, outdoor, or market-based selling areas. It is very common when talking about street food or farmers' markets.
Common Mistakes
Avoid using 'stall' to describe a large shop or a shopping mall; it only refers to the individual small units.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'stand'. A stall is a place where a seller 'stands' to sell things, often in a market.
Word Origin
From Old English 'steall', meaning a standing place, position, or a stable.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Market stalls are a central part of daily life and local food culture in many European and Asian cities.
Quick Quiz
She sells handmade jewelry from a small ____ at the weekend market.
Correct!
The correct answer is: stall
Related Grammar Rules
Related Vocabulary
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bakery
A1A bakery is a place where bread, cakes, pastries, and other flour-based foods are baked and sold. It is a specialized shop that often serves as a local source for fresh breakfast items and desserts.
cashier
A1A person whose job is to receive and pay out money in a shop, bank, or restaurant. They usually work at a checkout or a counter to handle customer transactions and provide receipts.
merchandise
A1Merchandise refers to goods or products that are bought and sold in a business or store. It is a collective term used to describe all the items available for customers to purchase.
tag
A1A small piece of paper, plastic, or metal attached to an object to provide information about it. In shopping, it usually shows the price, size, or brand of the product.
package
A1A package is an object or group of items wrapped together in paper or packed in a box. It is commonly used for items sent through the mail or products bought in a store.
container
A1A container is an object used for holding or carrying things, such as a box, bottle, or jar. In a shopping context, it often refers to the packaging that holds food or products.
wrapper
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clothes
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