Meaning and Usage
"コレクション" is a loanword from English meaning "collection." It is commonly used to refer to a group of items gathered or accumulated by someone, such as stamps, figures, or fashion items.
Common Contexts
This word is often used in hobbies (like stamp or figure collecting) and in fashion, where "コレクション" refers to a designer's seasonal lineup of clothes.
Collocations and Patterns
- コレクションを持つ: to have a collection
- ファッションコレクション: fashion collection, often seasonal
- 限定版コレクション: limited edition collection
Register and Nuance
"コレクション" is a neutral term used in both casual and formal contexts. It is often used in media and everyday conversation when talking about collections of items or fashion lines.
Common Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse "コレクション" with "コレクト" (to collect). Remember that "コレクション" is a noun meaning the collection itself, not the action of collecting.