English Expression · Intermediate
tally shop
A shop from which the tally trade is conducted
Pronunciation: say tally shop
Meaning
A shop from which the tally trade is conducted.
Example
In the past, customers would visit a tally shop to purchase goods on credit.
In the past, customers would visit a tally shop to purchase goods on credit.
Practice tips
- Practice tally 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 expression is for intermediate-level learners.