Translation guide
A low price that is considered good value for money. In Japanese, this concept is expressed through specific nouns, adjectives, and set phrases that emphasize cheapness, value, or a good deal.
Describing a price that is attractively low or represents a good deal.
A special low price, often used in retail and advertising. Implies a limited-time offer or special deal.
This product is being sold at a bargain price.
Exceptionally cheap or low-priced. Commonly used for travel, tickets, and services.
I'm looking for a bargain-priced airline ticket.
A good buy or great value. Often used in shopping contexts to indicate a product is worth more than its price.
This is a real bargain, isn't it?
Bargain sale price, often used for seasonal sales or clearance events.
I bought a coat at a bargain price.
Low-priced, inexpensive. More formal and somewhat literary; often seen in written descriptions.
A bargain-priced version of the software was released.
Emphasizing that the price is unexpectedly cheap, often with a nuance of a great find.
A price that has been reduced through bargaining or a discount.
A discounted price. Implies a reduction from the original price, often through negotiation.
I was able to buy it at a bargain price.
A price that the seller gave as a favor (literally 'a price they studied for me'). Used when the seller lowers the price for you.
The direct translation 'バーゲンプライス' is understood but sounds like English-influenced marketing jargon. Use natural Japanese expressions like 特価 or お買い得 instead.
特価 emphasizes a special offer, often limited. 格安 focuses on the cheapness itself, common for services. お買い得 highlights the value for money, often used in everyday shopping.
I found this at a bargain price.
They're selling it at a bargain price.
Since it was a bargain price they gave me, I'm very satisfied.