Pronunciation: /rɪˈsit/

Definitions of receipt

noun a written acknowledgment of having received something

Example Sentences

A1 I always keep my receipt in case I need to return something.

A2 She asked for a receipt after purchasing the items.

B1 Make sure to check your receipt for any errors before leaving the store.

B2 The cashier handed me a receipt for my purchase.

C1 I always request an electronic receipt to save paper.

C2 The receipt showed the total amount spent and the items purchased.

verb none

Example Sentences

A1 I receipt the payment for the groceries.

A2 She receipts all the invoices for the company.

B1 The cashier receipts all the purchases at the store.

B2 The accountant receipts all the expenses for the month.

C1 The lawyer receipts all the legal documents for the case.

C2 The auditor receipts all the financial transactions for the year.

adjective none

Example Sentences

A1 I need a receipt for my purchase.

A2 She always keeps her receipts organized in a folder.

B1 The cashier handed me a receipt after I paid for my items.

B2 Make sure to check the receipt for any errors before leaving the store.

C1 The receipt of the payment confirmed the transaction was successful.

C2 The receipt provided detailed information about the items purchased.

adverb none

Example Sentences

A1 I always keep my receipt in case I need to return something.

A2 She checked her receipt to make sure she was charged the correct amount.

B1 The cashier handed me the receipt after I paid for my groceries.

B2 I misplaced my receipt and had to go back to the store to get a refund.

C1 The receipt clearly stated the terms and conditions of the purchase.

C2 I requested a digital receipt instead of a paper one to reduce waste.

pronoun none

Example Sentences

A1 I have the receipt for the groceries I bought yesterday.

A2 She lost the receipt for the book she purchased last week.

B1 Make sure to keep the receipt in case you need to return the item.

B2 The receipt for the hotel stay was emailed to me after I checked out.

C1 I always double-check the receipt to ensure all the charges are correct.

C2 The company requires a receipt for all business expenses over $50.

preposition none

Example Sentences

A1 I will keep the receipt for my records.

A2 She handed me the receipt after I paid for my purchase.

B1 Please make sure to get a receipt for any expenses you incur.

B2 The cashier asked if I wanted a receipt for my credit card transaction.

C1 The receipt of payment must be submitted along with the application form.

C2 The company requires a signed receipt from all employees for any company property issued to them.

conjunction none

Example Sentences

A1 I bought some groceries and got a receipt.

A2 She paid for the meal and kept the receipt for her records.

B1 After shopping, make sure to check your receipt for any errors.

B2 The store clerk handed me the receipt and wished me a good day.

C1 Upon examining the receipt, I noticed a discrepancy in the total amount.

C2 The receipt provided detailed information about each item purchased, including the price and quantity.

interjection none

Example Sentences

A1 Receipt! I found the receipt for the groceries.

A2 Receipt! Don't forget to ask for a receipt after your purchase.

B1 Receipt, please! I need it for my expense report.

B2 Receipt, if you don't mind. I like to keep track of my spending.

C1 Receipt, thank you. I will need it for warranty purposes.

C2 Receipt! I can't believe I almost forgot to ask for a receipt.

article none

Example Sentences

A1 I always ask for a receipt when I buy something.

A2 Can I have a receipt for this purchase, please?

B1 Make sure to keep your receipt in case you need to return the item.

B2 The cashier handed me the receipt after I paid for my groceries.

C1 I filed away the receipt for my business expenses for tax purposes.

C2 The receipt was printed on high-quality paper with all the details of the transaction.

Examples of receipt in a Sentence

formal Please make sure to keep your receipt as proof of purchase.

informal Hey, don't forget to grab your receipt before you leave.

slang I always ask for a receipt just in case something goes wrong.

figurative Her smile was like a receipt of happiness, impossible to ignore.

Grammatical Forms of receipt

past tense

received

plural

receipts

comparative

more receipt

superlative

most receipt

present tense

receive

future tense

will receive

perfect tense

have received

continuous tense

is receiving

singular

receipt

positive degree

receipt

infinitive

to receive

gerund

receiving

participle

received

Origin and Evolution of receipt

First Known Use: 1300 year
Language of Origin: Old North French
Story behind the word: The word 'receipt' comes from the Old North French word 'receite' which means 'receipt, recipe, prescription'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'receipt' has evolved to refer to a written acknowledgment of having received a specified amount of money, goods, or services. It is also commonly used to refer to a written list of ingredients and instructions for preparing a particular dish.