Meaning and Usage
"売り出し" (うりだし) primarily refers to a sale or bargain event where products are sold at reduced prices. It is commonly used in retail contexts such as department stores, supermarkets, or shops announcing special discount periods.
Common Contexts
This word often appears in announcements about sales campaigns, new product launches, or limited-time discounts. For example, "売り出し期間" means "sale period," and "大売り出し" means "big sale."
Collocations and Patterns
- 売り出し期間 (うりだしきかん): sale period, used to specify the duration of a sale.
- 大売り出し (おおうりだし): big sale, emphasizes a large-scale discount event.
- 新商品の売り出し (しんしょうひんのうりだし): sale or launch of new products.
Register and Nuance
"売り出し" is a neutral term used in both spoken and written Japanese, especially in commercial and advertising contexts. It is polite but not formal, suitable for everyday announcements.
Common Learner Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse "売り出し" with "販売" (はんばい), which means "selling" or "sales" in a general sense. "売り出し" specifically implies a promotional sale or bargain event, not just the act of selling.