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現金
genkin
Description
現金は、お札やコインなど、すぐに使えるお金のことです。
現金 refers to money that can be used immediately, such as bills and coins.
カードではなく、現金で払う人もまだ多いです。
Many people still pay with 現金 rather than cards.
Meanings
現金genkin
cash; ready money (bills and coins)
すみません、現金で払います。
Excuse me, I'll pay in cash.
現金genkin
mercenary; changing attitude for one's own gain
お金をもらうと急に優しくなるなんて、現金な人だ。
He suddenly becomes kind when he gets money; what a fickle person.
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Notes
- Etymology
現 (present/actual) + 金 (money) — money that is actually here and usable now.
- Nuance
The 'mercenary' sense describes someone whose mood or kindness shifts based on personal gain.
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