Basic Details
Word: Sale
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: An event where items are sold at a lower price than usual.
Synonyms: Discount, Bargain, Clearance
Antonyms: Purchase, Buy
Idioms and Phrases
- On sale: When something is being sold for a reduced price. Example: "The shoes are on sale this weekend, so I might buy a pair."
- To make a sale: To successfully sell something. Example: "The clever salesperson was able to make a sale with her friendly attitude."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The toy shop is having a big sale before Christmas, with 50% off on all toys.
Example 2: I found a beautiful dress at the market that was on sale for half its original price.
Example 3: The manager was thrilled when they made a large sale during the summer clearance event.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the concept of sales dates back to ancient civilisations? Merchants would reduce prices to clear out unsold goods and attract customers during festivals!
Famous Quote
"The best sale is not the one that gets the most attention but the one that creates the happiest customers." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "sale" mean?
a) An event where things are given away
b) An event where items are sold at lower prices
c) A party for selling food
d) A day off from school
Answer: b) An event where items are sold at lower prices
2. Which of these is a synonym of "sale"?
a) Discount
b) Purchase
c) Exchange
d) Use
Answer: a) Discount
3. Which of these is an antonym of "sale"?
a) Clearance
b) Bargain
c) Buy
d) Offer
Answer: c) Buy
4. Which sentence uses "sale" correctly?
a) I saw a great sale at the park.
b) The sale at the store made everyone happy.
c) They were on sale to the museum.
d) He bought a book on sale the run.
Answer: b) The sale at the store made everyone happy.
5. What does it mean to "make a sale"?
a) To sell something successfully
b) To buy something quickly
c) To open a shop
d) To receive money for work
Answer: a) To sell something successfully
