1.
new product, new merchandise
A product that has been recently developed or released for sale.
新商品 combines 新 (new) + 商品 (product/merchandise). It refers to a recently developed or released product.
Common collocations
- 新商品を開発する: to develop a new product
- 新商品を発売する: to release a new product
- 新商品の紹介: introduction of a new product
- 新商品が出る: a new product comes out
- 新商品を試す: to try a new product
Similar words
- 新製品: new product (emphasizes manufacturing; used for electronics, industrial products)
- 新商品: new product (emphasizes commerce; used for retail, food, consumer goods)
Usage
Very common in business, retail, and marketing contexts. Convenience stores and food companies frequently promote 新商品.
Related Words
Related:
新発売 (new release, newly on sale)
Related:
定番商品 (standard product)
Compare:
主力商品 (flagship product)