Japanese Word · Intermediate
買い占め
buying up
Pronunciation: [ka̠iɕime̞]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "buying up".
Example
2020, coronavirus pandemic マスク買い占め masuku kaishime
I use the word "買い占め".
Practice tips
- Practice 買い占め out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for intermediate-level learners.