Definition

A small grocery store, often found in urban areas, that sells food and other everyday items, sometimes with a focus on Hispanic products.

Example

I stopped by the bodega to pick up some snacks and drinks for the party.

Conversation

Have you been to that new bodega on 5th Street?

Yeah, I went there last weekend and loved it!

I heard they have great fresh produce at the bodega.

Absolutely! I got some amazing avocados there.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bodega originates from Spanish 'bodega', meaning a wine cellar or storeroom. The term is derived from the Latin 'apotheca', which means a storehouse or repository. The word 'bodega' refers to a small grocery store or wine shop, particularly in urban areas.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'bodega' as a small store or wine cellar, connecting the Spanish term to its Latin roots of a place where goods are stored.

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