手頃な
tegoro na
手頃な (tegoro na) is the Japanese word for affordable.
手頃な is used to describe something that is at a reasonable or moderate price. Unlike words that simply mean something is low in cost, 手頃な implies that the price is appropriate for the value provided.
Meaning: able to be afforded (adj)
What does it mean word for word?
The word is composed of 手 (hand) and 頃 (time/degree/approximate), which literally suggests something that is within a suitable range or handy.
Which one should you use?
While the word 安い means cheap, it can sometimes imply a low quality. In contrast, 手頃な implies a reasonable or moderate price that is appropriate for the item's value.
How does it change in a sentence?
手頃な functions as an adjectival noun (na-adjective), which means it requires the particle な when placed directly before a noun.
How do you pronounce it?
tegoro na
Did you know?
- When shopping, a Japanese person might use the phrase コスパがいい to describe something affordable. This is a shortening of 'cost performance' and specifically praises the efficiency of the spend.
- Japanese speakers may avoid 手頃な when describing luxury items. Even if a luxury watch is relatively 'affordable' for a wealthy person, using 手頃な can sound too casual or diminish the item's prestige.
- The word 手頃な is not limited to money. It is often used to describe the physical size of an object that fits comfortably in the hand, such as a 'handy' tool.
Examples in context
- ケニアのファッション業界で独自の市場を切り開くことに成功した、ナイロビを拠点とするファッションデザイナーは、多くの小事業主が「高品質の製品を手頃な価格で」手に入れられることに満足していると述べた。The Nairobi-based fashion designer, who has successfully carved herself a niche in Kenya’s fashion industry, said many small business owners are happy to gain access to “high quality products at affordable prices.”This sentence shows how to use 手頃な to describe products at a reasonable price.Tatoeba #10908534 by SomeHungryBois, translation #10908527 by Cangarejo
- 「この商品は安価ですか？」Is this product affordable?
- 「このホテルは格安ですね」This hotel is affordable, isn't it?
- 「手頃な価格で提供しています」We offer it at a reasonable price.
- 「このカフェのコーヒーは安いよ」The coffee at this café is affordable.
- 「このレストランのランチはお手ごろだよ」The lunch at this restaurant is affordable.
- 「このショップはリーズナブルな服を売っているよ」This shop sells affordable clothes.
- このレストランは手頃な価格で美味しい料理が出ます。Kono resutoran wa tegoro na kakaku de oishii ryouri ga demasu.This restaurant serves delicious food at an affordable price.
- 学生でも買える手頃な値段の靴を探しています。Gakusei demo kaeru tegoro na nedan no kutsu o sagashite imasu.I am looking for shoes at an affordable price that even a student can buy.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing where to go for lunch.
- 陽太 Yotaランチにどこか手頃な店を知ってる？Ranchi ni dokoka tegoro na mise o shitteru?Do you know any affordable places for lunch?
- 美咲 Misaki駅の近くに新しいカフェができたよ。Eki no chikaku ni atarashii kafe ga dekita yo.A new cafe opened near the station.
- 陽太 Yotaそこは手頃な価格かな？Soko wa tegoro na kakaku kana?Is the price there affordable?
- 美咲 Misakiうん、とても手頃だよ。Un, totemo tegoro da yo.Yeah, it's very affordable.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
