Definition of bazaar

bazaarnoun

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/bəˈzɑː(r)//bəˈzɑːr/

The word "bazaar" originated from the Persian word "bāzār," which means "marketplace" or "fair." The term has been in use since the 16th century and initially referred to a marketplace or a fair in ancient Persia (modern-day Iran). The word was later adopted into various languages, including Turkish, Arabic, and Urdu, and has been used to describe markets and shopping areas in many Middle Eastern and South Asian countries. In the past, bazaars were often outdoor marketplaces where merchants would set up stalls to sell goods such as spices, textiles, and handicrafts. Today, the term "bazaar" is often used to describe a physical or virtual marketplace that offers a variety of goods, including souvenirs, clothing, and local specialties. It is also sometimes used to describe a colorful and lively market experience, evoking the sights, sounds, and smells of a traditional marketplace.

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a street or an area of a town where there are many small shops

đường phố hoặc khu vực của thị trấn nơi có nhiều cửa hàng nhỏ

Example:
  • rugs on sale in the Turkish bazaars

    thảm được bán ở chợ Thổ Nhĩ Kỳ

  • Why not visit the local bustling bazaar and the Kashmir carpet factory?

    Tại sao không ghé thăm khu chợ nhộn nhịp ở địa phương và nhà máy sản xuất thảm Kashmir?

a sale of goods, often items made by hand, to raise money for a charity or for people who need help

bán hàng hóa, thường là các mặt hàng được làm bằng tay, để quyên tiền cho tổ chức từ thiện hoặc cho những người cần giúp đỡ

Example:
  • She got it at the church bazaar.

    Cô ấy mua nó ở chợ nhà thờ.

  • The Scouts are having a bazaar on Saturday.

    Các Hướng đạo sinh sẽ có phiên chợ vào thứ Bảy.

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