Language/Standard-arabic/Vocabulary/Shopping-vocabulary
◀️ Money vocabulary — Previous Lesson | Next Lesson — Classical Arabic literature ▶️ |
In the previous lesson, we learned about money vocabulary in Arabic. Now, let's expand our vocabulary and focus on shopping vocabulary. In this lesson, we will learn the names of different shops and items you might need to buy in Arabic. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently navigate a shopping experience in an Arabic-speaking country.
Shops in Arabic[edit | edit source]
When you're out shopping, it's important to know the names of different types of shops. Here are some common shops you might come across:
- متجر (matjar) - store
- سوق (souq) - market
- محل (mahall) - shop
- متجر للبقالة (matjar lilbaqalah) - grocery store
- متجر للملابس (matjar lilmalabis) - clothing store
- متجر للأحذية (matjar lilahdhaya) - shoe store
- متجر للكتب (matjar lilkitab) - bookstore
- متجر للمجوهرات (matjar lilmujuwarat) - jewelry store
- متجر للأدوات المنزلية (matjar liladawat almanziliyah) - home goods store
- متجر للأجهزة الإلكترونية (matjar lilajhazat al'iiliktruniah) - electronics store
These are just a few examples, and there are many more types of shops in Arabic. It's always helpful to have a basic understanding of the different types of shops so you know where to find what you need.
Shopping for Clothes[edit | edit source]
When it comes to shopping for clothes, it's important to know the names of different clothing items in Arabic. Here are some common clothing items:
- قميص (qamees) - shirt
- بنطلون (bantaloon) - pants
- فستان (fustaan) - dress
- جاكيت (jakeet) - jacket
- بلوزة (bloozah) - blouse
- تنورة (tanourah) - skirt
- بدلة (badlah) - suit
- روب (robe) - robe
- بوت (boot) - boot
- حذاء (hiza') - shoe
- قبعة (qub'ah) - hat
It's important to know these words when shopping for clothes, as they will help you communicate with the salesperson and find the right items.
Shopping for Food[edit | edit source]
Another important aspect of shopping is buying food. Here are some common food items in Arabic:
- خبز (khobz) - bread
- لحم (lahm) - meat
- دجاج (dajaj) - chicken
- أسماك (asamak) - fish
- فواكه (fawakeh) - fruits
- خضروات (khudhurat) - vegetables
- حليب (haleeb) - milk
- بيض (bayd) - eggs
- سكر (sukkar) - sugar
- ملح (milh) - salt
When shopping for food, it's helpful to know the names of different ingredients and products so you can easily find what you need.
Shopping for Household Items[edit | edit source]
In addition to clothes and food, you may also need to buy household items. Here are some common household items in Arabic:
- صابون (saboon) - soap
- شامبو (shamboo) - shampoo
- معجون أسنان (mu'jun asnan) - toothpaste
- مناديل ورقية (manadeel warqiyah) - tissue paper
- فرشاة (furshah) - brush
- قماش (qimash) - fabric
- منظف (munathif) - cleaner
- فرن (furn) - oven
- ثلاجة (thalaajah) - refrigerator
- سرير (sareer) - bed
Knowing these words will be helpful when shopping for household items and maintaining your home.
Shopping Expressions[edit | edit source]
To enhance your shopping experience, it's useful to know some common expressions in Arabic. Here are a few phrases that will come in handy:
- كم سعر هذا؟ (kam sa'r hatha?) - How much is this?
- هل لديكم مقاس أكبر؟ (hal ladaykum maqas akbar?) - Do you have a larger size?
- هل لديكم تخفيضات؟ (hal ladaykum takhfifat?) - Do you have any discounts?
- أين يمكنني العثور على...؟ (ayn yumkinuni al'uthur 'ala...?) - Where can I find...?
- هل يمكنني الدفع ببطاقة الائتمان؟ (hal yumkinuni aldufu' bibataqat alaitiman?) - Can I pay with a credit card?
These expressions will help you communicate with the salesperson and navigate your way through the shopping process.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations! You have learned a variety of shopping vocabulary in Arabic. You can now confidently navigate different types of shops, ask for specific items, and communicate with salespeople. Practice using these words and expressions in real-life situations to improve your Arabic skills.
In the next lesson, we will continue to expand our vocabulary and learn about money vocabulary in Arabic.
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Drinks
- To know
- Buildings
- 8 Memorization Tips to Make Arabic Vocabulary Stick
- Jobs
- Leisure activities
- Beauty
- Body
- Asking for directions
- Say No
◀️ Money vocabulary — Previous Lesson | Next Lesson — Classical Arabic literature ▶️ |