取(と)り換(か)え

The noun form of 取(と)り換(か)える (to replace, to exchange). Refers to the act of swapping one thing for another, whether replacing a worn-out item or exchanging goods.

Alternate writing

Also written as 取替(とりかえ)え. The kanji 換(か) and 替(か) are largely interchangeable here.

Compounds

• 取(と)り換(か)え時期(じき): replacement timing
• 取(と)り換(か)え工事(こうじ): replacement work/construction
• 取(と)り換(か)え用(よう): for replacement

Usage

The verb form 取(と)り換(か)える is more common in everyday speech. The noun form appears often in written instructions, product descriptions, and signs.

Related words

• 交換(こうかん): exchange (more formal, also used for mutual exchange)
• 入(い)れ替(か)え: switching out, rotation (e.g., staff rotation)