(はつばいちゅう)

はつばいちゅう
noun
now on sale; currently available
shoppingbusiness
1. now on sale; currently available for purchase
Indicates that a product, ticket, or item is currently being sold. Very commonly seen on signs, advertisements, and product packaging.
チケット発売中(はつばいちゅう)
Tickets now on sale.
新刊(しんかん)好評(こうひょう)発売中(はつばいちゅう)です。
The new book is on sale and well received.
A summer-limited ice cream flavor is currently on sale at convenience stores nationwide, so if you see it, definitely give it a try.

Composed of 発売(はつばい) (sale, release) + (ちゅう) (during, in progress). One of many 〜(ちゅう) compounds indicating an ongoing state. Extremely common in advertising, store signage, and product announcements.

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