What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
store
Example
I need to go to the store to buy some groceries. [store: noun]
Example
We store our winter clothes in the attic during the summer. [store: verb]
Example
The company has a large store of customer data that they use for marketing purposes. [store: noun]
shop
Example
Let's go to the shop and see if they have any new clothes. [shop: noun]
Example
I like to shop for shoes online. [shop: verb]
Example
My grandfather used to work in a woodshop, making furniture by hand. [shop: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Store is more commonly used in American English, while shop is more common in British English. However, both words are widely used and understood in both dialects.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between store and shop?
Both store and shop can be used in a range of formality levels, from casual to formal, depending on the context and situation.
