This is the 8137th most frequent Japanese word.
小売
Retail.
In this sentence, '小売' denotes small-scale transactions directly aimed at consumers, contrasting wholesale operations.
この店は小売専門店で、地域住民に人気があります。
This shop is a retail store specialized for local residents.
Here, '小売' refers to the industry sector where goods are sold directly to the end user.
小売業は経済において重要な役割を果たしています。
Retail industry plays an important role in the economy.
In this example, '小売' signifies the professional landscape encompassing retailers who sell products directly to consumers.