English Word · Beginner
market
A gathering of people for the purchase and sale of merchandise, often periodic at a set time
Pronunciation: /ˈmɑːkɪt/
Meaning
A gathering of people for the purchase and sale of merchandise, often periodic at a set time.
Example
The right to hold a weekly market was an invaluable privilege not given to all towns in the Middle Ages.
The right to hold a weekly market was an invaluable privilege not given to all towns in the Middle Ages.
Practice tips
- Practice market 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 word is for beginner-level learners.