souk

noun

ˈsük 

variants or less commonly suq

: a marketplace in northern Africa or the Middle East

also : a stall in such a marketplace

Examples of souk in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Also on hand are guest relations manager Armir Sedjaj, who can help arrange fun activities and give tips on Marrakech’s best design studios and insider souk shops, while Artistic Director Samy Snoussi gives tours of Rumi’s art collection and facilitates contacts with galleries and artist studios. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026

The country draws tourists across the world to Marrakech's souks and Medina, camel treks in the Sahara Desert, historic cities like Fez and coastal destinations such as Essaouira, but new warnings highlight potential risks. —Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026

The Essential Flavors of Morocco culinary tour includes cooking classes, shopping at souks for spices, and other tasty experiences. —Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026

Inspired by her travels, the store is arranged like a souk. —Eman Bare, Forbes.com, 16 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Arabic sūq market

First Known Use

1826, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for souk

• fluke
• juke
• kook
• luc
• luke
• nuke
• puke
• spook
• archduke
• rebuke
• caoutchouc