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bazaar

[/bəˈzɑːr/]
nounmasculinepl: bazaars
bazar
1. A marketplace, typically in Middle Eastern or South Asian countries, consisting of shops and stalls selling various goods
The tourist visited the famous bazaar in Istanbul to buy spices and textiles.
O turista visitou o famoso bazar em Istambul para comprar especiarias e têxteis.
2. A sale of goods, often for charity, typically held in a large hall or outdoor area
The school organized a charity bazaar to raise funds for the library.
A escola organizou um bazar beneficente para arrecadar fundos para a biblioteca.
3. A shop or store selling a variety of miscellaneous items
She bought decorations at the local bazaar.
Ela comprou decorações no bazar local.
Synonyms
marketplacemarketsoukfair

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
bazar
Most common term for marketplace or variety store
São Paulo
bazar
Standard usage for retail shops selling miscellaneous items
Portugal
bazar
Also used for variety stores; 'mercado' or 'feira' for traditional markets

Related Idioms & Phrases

bazaar of voices - múltiplo de vozes ou opiniões
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