Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bodega

noun
/bəʊˈdeɪɡə/
Definition
A small grocery store, especially in a Spanish-speaking neighborhood.
Examples
  • After work, I stopped by the bodega to grab some snacks.
  • The local bodega sells the best fresh salsa in the area.
  • In the mornings, you can find people queuing at the bodega for coffee and sandwiches.
Meaning
Bodega is commonly used to refer to a small convenience store or grocery store selling food, drinks, and other household items, often found in urban areas.
Synonyms
  • convenience store
  • grocery store
  • corner store