Boutiques (en. Shops)

/bu.tik/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Retail store, often specialized in a type of product.
She bought a dress in a fashion boutique.
Elle a acheté une robe dans une boutique de mode.
Small-sized commercial establishment.
He prefers to do his shopping in boutiques rather than in large stores.
Il préfère faire ses courses dans des boutiques plutôt que dans de grands magasins.
Online store for the sale of various products.
The online boutique offers unique items.
La boutique en ligne propose des articles uniques.

Etymology

Comes from the French 'boutique', which designates a small store.

Common Phrases and Expressions

discover boutiques
Explore different specialty stores.
découvrir des boutiques
shop in boutiques
Buy products in small stores.
faire du shopping dans des boutiques
pop-up shop
Temporary shop that opens for a short period.
boutique éphémère

Related Words

commerce
Activity of buying and selling goods.
commerce
sale
The exchange of a product for money.
vente
display
Arrangement of products in a window to attract customers.
étalage

Slang Meanings

Store specializing in trendy items.
This boutique is super stylish; everyone shops there.
Cette boutique est super stylée, tout le monde y fait ses courses.
Place where you find unique or handmade objects.
I love hanging out in designer boutiques.
J'adore traîner dans les boutiques de créateurs.