der Spätkauf
Translation
late-night shop, convenience store, off-licence
Examples
Ich hole noch schnell Getränke im Spätkauf.
I'll quickly get some drinks at the late-night shop.
Der Spätkauf hat die ganze Nacht geöffnet.
The late-night shop is open all night.
Grammar Patterns
to buy sth. ((at the Spätkauf)) I'll quickly get some drinks at the Spätkauf.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Späti (colloquial), Kiosk
Etymology
A compound noun from 'spät' (late) and 'Kauf' (purchase). It literally means 'late purchase'.
Memory Tips
Picture a place where you can make a 'late purchase' ('spät' + 'Kauf') after all other shops have closed.