The Supermarket
A supermarket is a large store where people can buy food, drinks, and household products. Supermarkets are organized into sections or aisles (rows of shelves) based on the types of items sold.
Examples of Supermarket Vocabulary
Here’s a list of common vocabulary you might hear or see at the supermarket, grouped by category:
Places & Sections in the Supermarket
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Aisle – a long row where products are displayed
“The cereal is in aisle 5.” -
Checkout – the area where you pay for your items
“Let’s go to the checkout counter.” -
Dairy section – area with milk, cheese, and yogurt
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Frozen foods – frozen vegetables, meals, or desserts
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Produce section – where you find fresh fruits and vegetables
Common Products
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Milk
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Bread
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Canned goods – food in cans, like soup or beans
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Snacks – chips, crackers, cookies
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Toiletries – shampoo, soap, toothpaste
Useful Verbs and Phrases
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To shop for – "I’m shopping for groceries."
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To check out – "I’m ready to check out."
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To pay with card/cash – "Can I pay with a credit card?"
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On sale – "These apples are on sale today!"
Practical Exercises
Try these simple activities to practice and remember your supermarket vocabulary:
Match the Words
Match the word with its definition:
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Aisle
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Checkout
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Produce
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On sale
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Toiletries
A. The place where you pay
B. Items like shampoo and toothpaste
C. A row in a supermarket
D. Fresh fruits and vegetables
E. Sold at a lower price
Answers: 1-C, 2-A, 3-D, 4-E, 5-B
Speaking Practice (Solo or with a Partner)
Imagine this situation:
You’re at the supermarket. Practice saying:
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“Excuse me, where can I find the eggs?”
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“Are these apples organic?”
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“Can I get a plastic bag?”
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“I’d like to pay with my card.”
Record yourself or practice with a friend!
Answer these in the comments or in your notebook:
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What does “checkout” mean?
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Name 3 items you can buy in the dairy section.
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What would you say if you don’t know where something is?
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Which section of the supermarket do you visit first?