おまけ

Alternative writings: お負け, 御負け
JLPT:N1
Frequency:
1

Something extra given free with a purchase; a freebie or bonus gift.

NounUsually Kana

Examples

お菓子を買ったら、店員さんがおまけでキャンディーをくれた。

When I bought sweets, the clerk gave me a candy as a freebie.

雑誌の付録がおまけで付いてくることが多い。

Magazines often come with a bonus supplement as a freebie.

値段は同じでおまけがつくならそっちを買う。

If the price is the same and one comes with a freebie, I'll buy that one.

2

A discount or price reduction — giving something at a lower price or reducing the cost.

NounIrregular VerbIntransitive VerbUsually Kana

Examples

今月はセールでおまけが大きいので買い時だ。

This month the sale has big discounts, so it's a good time to buy.

まとめ買いをするとおまけしてくれる店もある。

Some shops will give you a discount if you buy in bulk.

3

An addition or embellishment, such as an extra remark or supplementary detail added to a story or item.

NounUsually Kana

Examples

その本には作者による短いおまけの章が付いている。

That book includes a short bonus chapter by the author.

話の最後にちょっとしたおまけを話して、場が和んだ。

He told a little extra anecdote at the end, which lightened the mood.

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