拾い物
Meanings
1
found article; thing picked up
Refers to a lost item found in a public place, or something picked up off the ground.
I handed in a found item at the police box at the station.
2
Used for something obtained unexpectedly and advantageously, like a great deal or a stroke of luck.
This used book was only 100 yen. It's a real bargain.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉は拾い物だX turned out to be a great find/bargain
I found this jacket at a flea market, and it turned out to be a real bargain.
- いい拾い物をするto make a lucky find
I made a lucky find at the sale, quite unexpectedly.
- 〈場所〉で拾い物をするto find/pick up something in a place
I found something in the park and took it to the police box.