noun

emporium

ehm-PAWR-ee-uhm

Emporium (noun) means a large shop selling a wide range of goods, or a major center of trade and commerce. Example: “The old emporium downtown sells everything from antiques to hardware.”

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noun

A large shop selling a wide range of goods, or a major center of trade and commerce.

"The old emporium downtown sells everything from antiques to hardware."

"The city grew into a bustling emporium for spice traders."

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Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA large shop or trading hub that sells a big variety of goods.

When to use it

Slightly old-fashioned or grand-sounding; often used for shop names to sound impressive.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

emporiums plural, emporia plural

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Etymology

From Latin emporium, "trading center," from Greek emporion, from emporos, "merchant" or "traveller."

Origin: Latin

Synonyms

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Rhymes for emporium

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Frequently asked questions

What does “emporium” mean?

The word “emporium” means a large shop selling a wide range of goods, or a major center of trade and commerce. In plain terms, a large shop or trading hub that sells a big variety of goods.

How do you pronounce “emporium”?

“Emporium” is pronounced ehm-PAWR-ee-uhm (/ɛmˈpoɹ.i.əm/ in IPA).

How do you use “emporium” in a sentence?

Here is “emporium” used in a sentence: “The old emporium downtown sells everything from antiques to hardware.”

What part of speech is “emporium”?

“Emporium” is a noun.

Where does the word “emporium” come from?

The word “emporium” comes from Latin. From Latin emporium, "trading center," from Greek emporion, from emporos, "merchant" or "traveller.".