(よくよう)

よくよう
noun, no-adjective
for bathing; bath-use
1. for bathing; bath-use; bathing purpose
Indicates that a product or item is intended for use in bathing. Commonly found on product labels for bath salts, soap, towels, and other bathing-related items.
この石鹸(せっけん)浴用(よくよう)です。
This soap is for bathing.
I bought a new bath towel.
The water from this hot spring is considered suitable for both drinking and bathing.

Composed of (よく) (bathing) and (よう) (use, purpose). A label term found on everyday products like soap, towels, and bath additives. Follows the common Japanese pattern of X(よう) meaning "for X use."

Common collocations

Similar patterns

  • 飲用(いんよう): for drinking use
  • 食用(しょくよう): for eating use / edible
  • 洗顔用(せんがんよう): for face-washing use
  • 外用(がいよう): for external use (medicine)