What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
market
Example
I went to the market to buy some fresh vegetables. [market: noun]
Example
The company is trying to expand its market share. [market: noun]
mart
Example
Let's go to the mart to buy some clothes. [mart: noun]
Example
The town used to have a bustling mart where traders from all over would come to sell their wares. [mart: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Market is more commonly used than mart in everyday language and covers a wider range of contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between market and mart?
Market is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while mart may be considered outdated and is less formal.
