グッズ
ぐっず
noun
goods, merchandise
1.
goods, merchandise, branded items
Products sold as merchandise, especially branded or character-themed items, fan goods, or promotional products.
グッズを集める。
To collect merchandise.
ライブ会場で限定グッズを買った。
I bought exclusive merchandise at the concert venue.
あのアニメのグッズは人気があって、発売日にすぐ売り切れる。
Merchandise from that anime is so popular that it sells out immediately on the release date.
USAGE:
In Japanese, グッズ specifically refers to branded or themed merchandise rather than general goods. It is strongly associated with fan culture (anime, idols, sports teams) and entertainment. The English word "goods" has a much broader meaning.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 限定グッズ: limited-edition merchandise
- 公式グッズ: official merchandise
- 便利グッズ: useful gadgets/items
- グッズ売り場: merchandise booth/shop
- キャラクターグッズ: character merchandise