How to say "giveaway" in Japanese

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  • おまけJLPT N1approx.Common
    nounCovers the sense of a small extra item thrown in free with a purchase; a freebie. Typical when a shop adds something extra to your order at no charge.
    この商品しょうひんにはおまけが付つく。↗
    This article comes with a free gift.
  • 景品けいひんCommon
    nounCovers the giveaway sense of an item offered as a prize or premium: goods handed out at lotteries, game events, or promotional campaigns. Think of winning a gift at a shop raffle.
    その雑誌ざっしの購読こうどく予約よやくをして景品けいひんをもらった。↗
    I got a premium for subscribing to the magazine.

Use 「おまけ」 for a small extra thrown in free with a purchase, and 景品 for items given away as prizes or promotional gifts at lotteries, events, and similar occasions.

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