Translation guide
Products bought by individuals for personal or household use. In Japanese, this concept is expressed through specific terms depending on context, such as daily necessities, durable goods, or fast-moving consumer goods.
The broad category of goods purchased by consumers for personal use.
The standard economic term for consumer goods. Used in business, news, and formal contexts.
消費財の需要が増えている。
Demand for consumer goods is increasing.
Literally 'products for consumers'. A descriptive phrase used in business or marketing.
当社は消費者向け製品を開発しています。
Our company develops consumer goods.
Everyday items used in the home, such as soap, detergent, or toiletries.
Refers to daily necessities and household consumables. Common in everyday conversation and retail.
日用品を買いにドラッグストアに行った。
I went to the drugstore to buy daily necessities.
Similar to 日用品 but slightly broader, including household items like kitchenware. Often used in retail contexts.
生活用品のコーナーは3階です。
The household goods section is on the third floor.
Long-lasting items like appliances, electronics, or furniture.
The economic term for durable goods. Used in reports and formal discussions.
耐久消費財の販売が好調だ。
Sales of durable consumer goods are strong.
Products that sell quickly at low cost, like packaged foods, beverages, and toiletries.
The term for fast-moving consumer goods, often abbreviated as FMCG in business contexts.
日用消費財メーカーは競争が激しい。
Competition among FMCG manufacturers is fierce.
In casual conversation, Japanese speakers often specify the type of goods (e.g., 洗剤 for detergent) rather than using a broad term like 'consumer goods'. Use 消費財 only in formal or business settings.