German word

Kiosk

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈkiːɔsk/

Meaning

  • masculine nounkiosk

Example

Ich kaufe am Kiosk eine Zeitschrift.

I buy a magazine at the kiosk.

Illustration for Kiosk (kiosk)

More examples

Auf dem Weg zur Uni gehe ich oft am Kiosk vorbei.

On my way to university, I often pass by the kiosk.

Core concept

A small open stand where people quickly buy newspapers, drinks, snacks, and other everyday items.

Common phrases

  • am Kiosk vorbeigehen

    pass by the kiosk

  • vor dem Kiosk anstehen

    stand in line in front of the kiosk

Similar words

Laden: A small local shop selling food and everyday household goods.
Zeitungskiosk: A small stand that mainly sells newspapers and magazines.
Späti: An urban shop open late, selling drinks, snacks, and ready-made meals.

Definition in German

Kiosk ist ein kleiner, offener Verkaufsstand, an dem man vor allem Zeitungen, Zeitschriften, Getränke und kleine Snacks kauft.

Word origin

German Kiosk came through French kiosque and Italian chiosco from Turkish köşk, ultimately from Persian kūšk, meaning a pavilion or small building.

Usage tips

  • Kiosk is masculine, with the plural Kioske; common phrases include am Kiosk for 'at the kiosk' and zum Kiosk for 'to the kiosk'.

Opposites

  • Onlinehandelonline retailnoun

Related words

  • Zeitungskiosknewspaper kiosknoun
  • Kioskbetreiberkiosk operatornoun

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