counter
Translation
counter, countertop, bar, checkout
Examples
I paid for the goods at the counter.
I paid for the goods at the counter.
She prepared the food on the kitchen counter.
She prepared the food on the kitchen counter.
Grammar Patterns
((at/on/behind)) the counter He works behind the counter.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bar, countertop, checkout
Etymology
From Latin 'contra' (against). Originally meant a table for counting money, from the verb 'to count'.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'counting' your money on a shop counter.