Tienda (en. Store)

/ˈtjenda/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A place where goods are sold.
I am going to the store to buy bread.
Voy a la tienda a comprar pan.
Retail establishment.
The clothing store has discounts this week.
La tienda de ropa tiene descuentos esta semana.
Place where specific services or products are offered.
The electronics store sells the latest phone models.
En la tienda de electrónica venden los últimos modelos de teléfonos.

Etymology

From Latin 'tenda', which means 'tent' or 'canopy'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

go shopping
To go out shopping at various stores.
ir de tiendas
tent
Temporary structure used for camping.
tienda de campaña
to have a store
To own a commercial establishment.
tener una tienda

Related Words

commerce
Activity of buying and selling goods.
comercio
market
Place where buying and selling of products takes place.
mercado
boutique
Small store specializing in the sale of exclusive products.
boutique

Slang Meanings

Store as a meeting place.
Let's go to the store to see what's new.
Vamos a la tienda a ver qué hay de nuevo.
Referring to a convenience store.
I'm going to the little store to buy something.
Voy a la tiendita a comprar algo.