ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Convenience store

A convenience store is a small store that has a lot of things you might need quickly or easily. It is called a convenience store because it is convenient or easy to get to and get what you need.

If you need a snack, a drink or even a small meal, you can go to a convenience store and find lots of options. They usually sell candy, chips, cookies, and even fruits and vegetables. For drinks, you can find water, soda, juice, and energy drinks, and even hot drinks like coffee, tea, and hot chocolate.

They also have things like cigarettes, magazines, and other small items that you might need without going to a larger store. Some convenience stores even have things like medicines, batteries, and basic hygiene products like shampoo and toothpaste.

When you go to a convenience store, you go inside, pick out what you want, and then go to the cashier to pay for it. You can either use cash or a card to pay for what you want. Some convenience stores are open 24/7, which means you can go there any time of day or night.