bakery

word

/ˈbeɪkɝi/
BAY-kuh-ree
/bˈeɪkəɹi/
BAY-kuh-ree

Definition

A place where bread, cakes, and other baked goods are made and sold.

Usage & Nuances

Mainly used for shops selling baked goods like bread and cakes. Not used for places that only sell ingredients. In British English, 'bakery' is sometimes called 'baker's'.

Example Sentences

There is a new bakery near my house.

basic

My sister works at a bakery.

basic

Let’s stop by the bakery and grab some croissants.

natural

Their chocolate cake is the best thing at this bakery.

natural

The smell from the bakery makes me hungry every time I walk by.

natural

I buy fresh bread at the bakery every morning.

basic