noun
A somewhat formal or economic term for goods, commodities, or property in a broad sense. Often used in legal, business, or academic contexts.
財貨の流通は経済の基本である。
The circulation of goods is fundamental to the economy.
この法律は財貨の所有権を保護する。
This law protects the ownership of property.
Compound of 財 (ざい, 'wealth, assets') and 貨 (か, 'goods, currency'). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the combination naturally yields the meaning of 'goods' or 'commodities'.