Bazaar

Pronunciation: /bəˈzɑːr/

Definitions of bazaar

noun a sale of goods, typically for charitable purposes

Example Sentences

A1 I went to the bazaar to buy some fresh fruits and vegetables.

A2 At the bazaar, I found some unique handmade crafts to bring back as souvenirs.

B1 The bazaar was bustling with activity as vendors shouted out their prices.

B2 Visiting the bazaar in Istanbul was a highlight of my trip to Turkey.

C1 The bazaar offered a wide array of spices, textiles, and antiques for sale.

C2 As a seasoned traveler, I always make sure to explore the local bazaars for hidden gems.

Examples of bazaar in a Sentence

formal The bazaar was bustling with vendors selling a variety of goods.

informal Let's check out the bazaar this weekend, they always have cool stuff.

slang I heard the bazaar is lit, we should definitely go.

figurative The marketplace was a bazaar of ideas, with people exchanging thoughts and opinions freely.

Grammatical Forms of bazaar

• plural: bazaars
• comparative: more bazaar
• superlative: most bazaar
• present tense: bazaars
• future tense: will bazaar
• perfect tense: have bazaared
• continuous tense: is bazaaring
• singular: bazaar
• positive degree: bazaar
• infinitive: to bazaar
• gerund: bazaaring
• participle: bazaared

Origin and Evolution of bazaar

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Persian

Story behind the word: The word 'bazaar' originated from the Persian word 'bāzār' which means market or marketplace.

Evolution of the word: The term 'bazaar' was first used in the Middle Ages to refer to a marketplace in Middle Eastern and South Asian countries. Over time, it has evolved to also refer to a type of market found in various parts of the world, often associated with a diverse range of goods and vendors.