A1 noun Neutral #4,952 most common

stall

/stɔːl/

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

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1

I bought these fresh flowers at a stall in the local market.

I bought these fresh flowers at a stall in the local market.

2

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.

3

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!

Word Family

Noun
stall
Verb
stall
Related
stallholder
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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

1

I bought these fresh flowers at a stall in the local market.

everyday

I bought these fresh flowers at a stall in the local market.

2

The organization requested a permit for a stall to distribute information during the festival.

formal

The organization requested a permit for a stall to distribute information during the festival.

3

Let's go see what that food stall is selling; it smells great!

informal

Let's go see what that food stall is selling; it smells great!

4

Historical records indicate that the town market consisted of thirty individual stalls for various trades.

academic

Historical records indicate that the town market consisted of thirty individual stalls for various trades.

5

We need to hire a professional designer for our exhibition stall at the trade show next month.

business

We need to hire a professional designer for our exhibition stall at the trade show next month.

Word Family

Noun
stall
Verb
stall
Related
stallholder

Common Collocations

market stall market stall
food stall food stall
fruit stall fruit stall
street stall street stall
set up a stall set up a stall

Common Phrases

market stall

market stall

food stall

food stall

stall holder

stall holder

Often Confused With

stall vs store

A store is usually a permanent building you enter, while a stall is a small, open-fronted stand.

stall vs stable

A stall can be a single compartment for an animal, but in a shopping context, it refers to a market stand.

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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.

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Common Mistakes

Avoid using 'stall' to describe a large shop or a shopping mall; it only refers to the individual small units.

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Memory Tip

Think of the word 'stand'. A stall is a place where a seller 'stands' to sell things, often in a market.

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Word Origin

From Old English 'steall', meaning a standing place, position, or a stable.

Grammar Patterns

Countable noun: one stall, two stalls Often used with prepositions: 'at a stall' or 'from a stall'
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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

More Shopping words

mall

A1

A mall is a large building or a group of buildings that contains many different shops and stores connected by walkways. It is a central place where people go to shop, eat at food courts, and sometimes see movies.

supermarket

A1

A large self-service store that sells a wide variety of food, drinks, and household products. It is organized into aisles where customers use baskets or carts to collect their items before paying at a checkout counter.

bakery

A1

A 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

A1

A 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

A1

Merchandise 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

A1

A 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

A1

A 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

A1

A 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

A1

A piece of paper, plastic, or thin metal foil that is used to cover or protect something, especially food. It is usually removed and thrown away before the item is used or eaten.

clothes

A1

Clothes are the items such as shirts, trousers, and dresses that people wear to cover their bodies. This word is always plural and refers to the garments used for protection, comfort, or fashion.

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