storefront
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈstɔːrfʌnt/
KK: /ˈstɔrfˌrʌnt/
adjective
Definition
Relating to the front side of a store that faces the street, often used to describe the appearance or characteristics of that area.
Example
The new café has a beautiful storefront with large windows and colorful decorations.
Conversation
Have you seen the new storefront design for that bakery downtown?
Yes, it looks amazing! I love the bright colors.
I think having a beautiful storefront really attracts more customers.
Definitely! It makes a big difference in how inviting a place feels.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
commercial
retail
public
Antonyms
private
exclusive
hidden
noun
Definition
The front part of a shop or store that faces the street, often where products are displayed to attract customers.
Example
The new bakery has a beautiful storefront with large windows.
Conversation
Did you see the new storefront that opened downtown?
Yeah, it looks really inviting with all those colorful displays.
I think they did a great job making it stand out among other shops.
Root Explanation
Storefront → It is formed from "store" (from Old English *stor*, meaning a place for keeping goods) and "front" (from Old French *front*, meaning the forward part or face). The word "storefront" refers to the front part of a store where goods are displayed.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'place for keeping goods' ('store') that is at the 'forward part' ('front') — that's what a storefront is.
Visually Confused Words
forefront
refront