売り物
Meanings
article for sale; goods for sale; offering
Refers to items that are being sold or offered for sale. Can also be used metaphorically for something being 'offered' or 'put on display'.
This shop's goods for sale are fresh vegetables.
His talent isn't something that can be sold.
main attraction; specialty; selling point
Used for the featured item or strongest appeal of a business, person, or event. Often appears in phrases like 売り物にする or 売り物になる.
This restaurant's specialty is handmade pasta.
His cheerfulness is his selling point.
For Sale
Used on signs or labels to indicate that an item is available for purchase. Often seen in shops or online listings.
There was a sign in front of the shop that said 'For Sale'.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉が売り物になるfor something to become the main attraction or selling point
Fresh fish is this shop's main selling point.
- 〈物〉は売り物ではないto indicate that an item is not for sale
Sorry, but this isn't for sale.
- 〈物〉が売り物にならないfor something to be unfit to sell or use (damaged, spoiled, or diminished in value)
It got bruised, so this fruit isn't fit to sell anymore.
Expressions
- 売り物にするmarket; feature as a selling point; trade in; securitize