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What is the sanskrit word for shop?

There isn't one singular, perfect Sanskrit word for "shop" in the modern sense. However, depending on the context and the type of shop, several options can be considered:

General terms for "shop" or "store":

* पाणिपात्रम् (pāṇipātram): This word literally translates to "hand-holding vessel" and could be used for a place where goods are displayed and sold.

* विक्रयस्थानम् (vikraayasthānam): This word literally translates to "place of sale" and is a more general term for a shop or store.

* व्यापारस्थानम् (vyāpārasthānam): This word literally translates to "place of business" and is another general term for a shop or store.

Specific terms for different types of shops:

* भंडारम् (bhaṇḍāram): This word refers to a storehouse or warehouse, but could also be used for a general store.

* क्रीडालयम् (krīḍālayam): This word refers to a place of play or amusement, and could be used for a toy shop.

* औषधालयम् (auṣadhalayam): This word refers to a place for medicine, and could be used for a pharmacy.

* वस्त्रालयम् (vastrayalam): This word refers to a place for clothes, and could be used for a clothing store.

The best word to use will depend on the specific context and the type of shop you are referring to.

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