expression, i-adjective
vulgar; unrefined; lacking class
Describes a person, behavior, or thing that is crude, tasteless, or lacking refinement. Often used critically of manners, speech, or style.
彼の冗談は品がないと思う。
I think his jokes are vulgar.
あの店の看板は品がないね。
That shop's sign is lacking in style, isn't it?
下品 is a more direct and common word for 'vulgar' or 'crude', while 品がない is a slightly softer, descriptive phrase meaning 'lacks refinement'.
The positive counterpart, meaning 'refined' or 'elegant'.
Phrase composed of 品 (ひん, 'refinement, elegance') + が + ない ('not exist'). Literally 'there is no refinement'.