Meaning and Usage
「下取り」(したどり) refers to the practice of trading in an old item, usually a vehicle or electronic device, when purchasing a new one. The old item is given to the seller and its value is deducted from the price of the new purchase.
Common Contexts
This term is often used in contexts like buying cars, smartphones, or appliances. It is a common way to reduce the cost of a new purchase by leveraging the value of an old item.
Collocations and Patterns
- 下取りに出す: to trade in an item
- 下取り価格: trade-in price
- 下取りサービス: trade-in service
These phrases are frequently used in advertisements or negotiations when buying new products.
Register and Nuance
The term is neutral and commonly used in both casual and formal contexts related to sales and commerce. It implies a practical transaction rather than a gift or donation.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 下取り with 買取 (かいとり), which means buying something outright without exchanging it. 下取り always involves exchanging an old item as part of the deal.