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かいかえ
noun
buying a replacement; upgrading
1. buying a replacement; replacement purchase; upgrading
The act of purchasing a new item to replace an old or worn-out one. Common for appliances, electronics, cars, and other durable goods.
パソコンの()()えを(かんが)えている。
I'm thinking about getting a new computer.
冷蔵庫(れいぞうこ)がそろそろ()()えの時期(じき)だ。
It's about time to replace the refrigerator.
(くるま)()()えには補助金(ほじょきん)()ることもある。
There are sometimes subsidies available when replacing your car.

USAGE:
The noun form of the verb ()()える (to buy a replacement). Extremely common in consumer contexts — electronics, appliances, vehicles, and furniture. Often used with の時期(じき) (time to replace).

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • ()()えの時期(じき) (time for a replacement purchase)
  • ()()えを検討(けんとう)する (to consider replacing)
  • ()()需要(じゅよう) (replacement demand)
  • スマホの()()え (replacing one's smartphone)