English Idiom · Advanced
hook shop
brothel
Pronunciation: /ˈhʊk ˌʃɒp/
Meaning
A slang term for a place where sexual services are sold.
Example
The detective said the building had once been a hook shop.
The detective said the building had once been a hook shop.
Practice tips
- Practice hook shop out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English idiom is for advanced-level learners.