夏物
Meanings
1
summer clothing; summer wear
Refers to clothes designed for summer, such as lightweight fabrics and short sleeves.
I should get out the summer clothes soon.
The summer clothing sale started at the department store.
2
summer goods
Broader than clothing; includes seasonal items like fans, summer bedding, or outdoor gear.
This store also carries summer bedding.
Usage patterns
- 夏物をしまうto put away summer clothes (at the end of the season)
It got cooler, so I put away my summer clothes.
- 夏物に衣替えするto switch one's wardrobe over to summer clothes
In June, people switch their wardrobe to summer clothes.
- 夏物を出すto bring out summer clothes/goods (at the start of the season)
It's getting hot, so I brought out my summer clothes.
- 夏物セールa summer clearance sale (on seasonal goods)
The department store started its summer sale.