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replacement; exchange; swap
The act of replacing one thing with another, or exchanging items. The noun form of the verb 取り換える (to replace, to exchange).
電池の取り換えが必要だ。
The batteries need replacing.
商品の取り換えはレシートが必要です。
A receipt is required for product exchanges.
フィルターの取り換え時期を確認してください。
Please check when the filter is due for replacement.
The noun form of 取り換える (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 取替え. The kanji 換 and 替 are largely interchangeable here.
COMMON COMPOUNDS:
- 取り換え時期: replacement timing
- 取り換え工事: replacement work/construction
- 取り換え用: for replacement
USAGE:
The verb form 取り換える is more common in everyday speech. The noun form appears often in written instructions, product descriptions, and signs.
RELATED TERMS:
- 交換: exchange (more formal, also used for mutual exchange)
- 入れ替え: switching out, rotation (e.g., staff rotation)