Meaning and Usage
"売り切れ" (うりきれ) means "sold out" and is commonly used to indicate that a product, ticket, or item is no longer available because all units have been sold. It is a noun formed from the verb "売り切る" (to sell out).
Common Contexts
You will often see "売り切れ" in stores, online shops, event ticket sales, and restaurants when something is no longer available. It is frequently used in announcements or signs.
Collocations and Patterns
- 売り切れになる: to become sold out
- 売り切れ表示: sold-out sign or notice
- 〜は売り切れです: ~ is sold out (polite)
Register and Politeness
"売り切れ" is neutral and can be used in both casual and formal contexts. When speaking politely, it is often combined with "です" or "ました".
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "売り切れ" with "売り切る" (the verb). Remember that "売り切れ" is a noun describing the state of being sold out, while "売り切る" is the action of selling out.