Shopkeeper

Pronunciation: /ʃɑːpkiːpər/

Definitions of shopkeeper

noun A person who owns or manages a shop or store

Example Sentences

A1 The shopkeeper sold me a loaf of bread.

A2 The shopkeeper greeted all the customers with a smile.

B1 The shopkeeper recommended a good wine to pair with the cheese.

B2 The shopkeeper's knowledge of rare books impressed the collectors.

C1 The shopkeeper managed to increase sales by implementing new marketing strategies.

C2 The shopkeeper's reputation for honesty and fair pricing attracted customers from far and wide.

Examples of shopkeeper in a Sentence

formal The shopkeeper greeted each customer with a warm smile.

informal The shopkeeper is always friendly and helpful.

slang The shopkeeper hooked me up with a discount on those shoes.

figurative The shopkeeper was like a guardian angel, guiding me through the crowded market.

Grammatical Forms of shopkeeper

• past tense: shopkeepered
• plural: shopkeepers
• comparative: more shopkeeper
• superlative: most shopkeeper
• present tense: shopkeeps
• future tense: will shopkeep
• perfect tense: have shopkept
• continuous tense: is shopkeeping
• singular: shopkeeper
• positive degree: shopkeeper
• infinitive: to shopkeep
• gerund: shopkeeping
• participle: shopkeeping

Origin and Evolution of shopkeeper

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'shopkeeper' originated from the combination of 'shop' and 'keeper', referring to a person who manages or owns a shop.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'shopkeeper' has remained relatively consistent in its meaning, referring to someone who owns or manages a retail establishment. However, with the evolution of commerce and technology, the role of a shopkeeper has evolved to include online retailing and e-commerce platforms.