go shopping
Buy things
Use `go shopping` for any trip to a store where you intend to browse or buy multiple items.
15秒了解
- Visiting stores to browse or buy items.
- Used for groceries, clothes, or just for fun.
- A very common, neutral phrase for daily life.
意思
This phrase means you are going to a store or mall to look for things and buy them. It is used for everything from buying food to buying new clothes.
关键例句
3 / 6Planning the weekend with a friend
Do you want to go shopping at the new mall on Saturday?
Do you want to go shopping at the new mall on Saturday?
Running household errands
I need to go grocery shopping because the fridge is empty.
I need to go grocery shopping because the fridge is empty.
Professional context (small talk)
I spent my weekend going shopping for some new office furniture.
I spent my weekend going shopping for some new office furniture.
文化背景
The phrase reflects the rise of consumer culture in the mid-20th century, especially with the invention of the shopping mall. In Western culture, 'going shopping' is often seen as a leisure activity or a way to relieve stress, known as 'retail therapy'. It transitioned from a chore to a hobby for many people.
Drop the 'to'
Never say 'go to shopping'. It sounds unnatural. Just say `go shopping` directly!
The 'Window' Secret
If you say you are `window shopping`, it means you are just looking at the displays and have no money to spend!
15秒了解
- Visiting stores to browse or buy items.
- Used for groceries, clothes, or just for fun.
- A very common, neutral phrase for daily life.
What It Means
Go shopping is a simple way to say you are visiting stores. It implies a process of looking, choosing, and purchasing. You can use it for your weekly groceries. You can also use it for a fun day at the mall. It focuses on the activity itself, not just the final result.
How To Use It
Use the verb go followed by the gerund shopping. You do not need a preposition like 'to' between them. For example, say I want to go shopping. If you want to be specific, add the type of shopping before the word. You might say go grocery shopping or go clothes shopping. It is very flexible and works in almost any tense. You can say I went shopping or I am going shopping right now.
When To Use It
Use this when planning your day with friends. It is perfect for casual conversations. Use it when you need to run errands. It works well in text messages like Going shopping, need anything?. It is also great for describing your weekend plans. If you are a tourist, you will use this a lot at the hotel desk.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it for a single, quick transaction. If you are just buying one coffee, say get a coffee. If you are paying a bill, do not say shopping. Avoid using it for major life purchases like a house. You don't go shopping for a mortgage. It usually implies physical stores or browsing online.
Cultural Background
In many English-speaking cultures, go shopping is a social event. Friends often meet at a mall just to walk and talk. This is sometimes called window shopping if you don't spend money. In the US, 'Black Friday' is the biggest day to go shopping. It is almost like a national sport. People love finding a good 'bargain' or 'deal'.
Common Variations
Go grocery shopping: Buying food and household items.Window shopping: Looking at things without buying them.Shop 'til you drop: Shopping until you are exhausted.Online shopping: Buying things from your computer or phone.Retail therapy: Shopping to make yourself feel happier.
使用说明
The phrase is perfectly neutral and safe for all situations. Just remember that it functions as a verb phrase, so you must conjugate 'go' correctly.
Drop the 'to'
Never say 'go to shopping'. It sounds unnatural. Just say `go shopping` directly!
The 'Window' Secret
If you say you are `window shopping`, it means you are just looking at the displays and have no money to spend!
Shopping vs. Buying
Use `go shopping` for the whole trip. Use `buy` for the specific moment you hand over your money.
例句
6Do you want to go shopping at the new mall on Saturday?
Do you want to go shopping at the new mall on Saturday?
A classic way to suggest a social activity.
I need to go grocery shopping because the fridge is empty.
I need to go grocery shopping because the fridge is empty.
Specifying 'grocery' makes the intent clear.
I spent my weekend going shopping for some new office furniture.
I spent my weekend going shopping for some new office furniture.
Safe and polite topic for workplace small talk.
Going shopping now. Do we need milk?
Going shopping now. Do we need milk?
Shortened for a quick text message.
My feet are killing me; we've been going shopping for five hours!
My feet are killing me; we've been going shopping for five hours!
Shows that shopping can be an exhausting activity.
I really need to go shopping for some clothes that actually fit.
I really need to go shopping for some clothes that actually fit.
Used to express a personal need or frustration.
自我测试
Choose the correct form to complete the sentence.
I usually ___ shopping on Sunday mornings.
In English, we use the verb `go` with activities ending in -ing like `shopping`, `swimming`, or `hiking`.
Complete the phrase for buying food.
We have no food left, let's go ___ shopping.
The specific term for buying food and household supplies is `grocery shopping`.
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视觉学习工具
Formality of 'Go Shopping'
Used with friends/family.
Wanna go shopping?
Standard daily use.
I am going shopping.
Used in professional settings.
I will go shopping for supplies.
When to say 'Go Shopping'
Buying Food
Go grocery shopping
Buying Clothes
Go clothes shopping
Looking for Fun
Go window shopping
Buying Online
Go online shopping
常见问题
10 个问题Yes, but it is less common. I am going shopping sounds much more natural to native speakers.
Go shopping is usually for fun or clothes. Do the shopping often refers specifically to the weekly food chore.
Yes, it is a neutral phrase. You can say I need to go shopping for a new laptop for the office.
Absolutely. You can say I'm going to go shopping on Amazon or simply I'm going online shopping.
Yes, it is used globally in all major English dialects, including British, American, and Australian.
It is an idiom meaning to go shopping for a very long time until you are physically exhausted.
You can say I'm just window shopping or tell a store clerk I'm just browsing, thanks.
Yes, people often say I'm going car shopping when they are visiting different dealerships.
It depends on the subject. I go shopping but He goes shopping.
The most common mistake is adding 'to' or 'for' incorrectly, like saying 'I go to shopping' or 'I go for shopping'.
相关表达
Hit the shops
An informal way to say you are going to the stores with energy.
Run errands
Doing small tasks, which often includes a bit of shopping.
Pick up some bits
British slang for buying a few small, miscellaneous items.
Treat yourself
Buying something special for yourself to feel good.
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