Meaning and Usage
品物 (しなもの) refers to goods or items, typically tangible products that are bought, sold, or handled in daily life. It is a common noun used in both casual and formal contexts when talking about merchandise or objects.
Common Contexts
You will often hear 品物 in shops, markets, or when discussing packaging and delivery. It emphasizes the physical aspect of items rather than abstract concepts.
Collocations and Patterns
- 品物を売る (しなものをうる): to sell goods
- 品物を買う (しなものをかう): to buy goods
- 品物を包装する (しなものをほうそうする): to wrap goods
- 新鮮な品物 (しんせんなしなもの): fresh goods
These collocations are useful for everyday conversations about shopping, business, or logistics.
Register and Nuance
品物 is neutral in politeness and can be used in both spoken and written Japanese. It is slightly more formal than just もの (thing) when referring to products.
Common Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse 品物 with 商品 (しょうひん), which also means goods or products. 商品 often refers to commercial products with a focus on sales or branding, while 品物 is more general and can refer to any physical item or goods.