(とく)

おとく
noun, na-adjective
good deal; bargain; economical
informalbusinessshoppingeconomics
1. good deal; bargain; economical
Something that offers good value for money, or the state of getting more than expected for what you pay.
このセット(とく)だ。
This set is a good deal.
It becomes more economical if you buy in bulk.
I was told about a good deal.

Etymology

お (polite prefix) + (とく) (profit, benefit) - polite form of (とく).

Usage

Very common in:

  • Advertising and promotions
  • Shopping contexts
  • Discussing value/prices

Compounds

Common collocations