15 English words that will come in handy at the store and help you buy everything you need.

Just because you can confidently pronounce milk, bread, and cheese doesn't mean you'll be able to navigate the supermarket with ease. Many familiar items on the shelves have names completely different from what English learners expect. New York ForumDaily has prepared a collection of useful vocabulary to help you feel more confident while shopping.

These words are often found on packaging, price tags, and signs in US supermarkets. Knowing them, navigate It will be much easier in the store.

Home and personal care products

Q-tips - cotton swabs.
Wet wipes - wet wipes.
linens — home textiles: bed linen, towels, napkins.
Dishwashing liquid or dish soap - dishwashing detergent.
Multi-surface cleanser — a universal cleaning agent for different surfaces.

Products that are commonly found in stores

spreads - spreads: peanut butter, jam, hummus, cream cheese and other products that are spread on bread.

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Dip - a thick sauce in which food is dipped.

Smoked salmon - smoked salmon.

Cured meats - dry-cured meat delicacies: ham, prosciutto, salami.

Plant-based milk - plant milk (oat, almond, coconut and other types).

Baked goods and healthy breakfasts

Sourdough bread - sourdough bread.

A flaky croissant - a layered crispy croissant.

Granola clusters - baked crispy lumps of granola.

Snacks and goodies

Finger foods - snacks that are easy to eat with your hands: canapés, nuts, olives, grapes.

Knick-knacks — cute little things for the home and decor that are often bought spontaneously: candles, small vases, coasters, and other accessories.

Useful verbs for shopping

To grab — to quickly grab something on the way. For example: "I'll stop by now and quickly buy everything."

To stock up on (something) — to stock up on something for future use.