定期
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Noun meaning a fixed period or term. Often used in compounds like 『定期券』 (teikiken, 'commuter pass') for transportation or 『定期預金』 (teiki yokin, 'fixed-term deposit') in banking.
Theme
At a train station, User and their friend Ken discuss commuting options for the new semester.
定期
ていき
fixed term
Everyday Life & SurvivalShopping & Money Use
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'ticket' that's good for a fixed term, like a monthly pass. 'Teiki' sounds like 'ticket' — a fixed-term ticket!
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『定期券』 (teikiken, 'commuter pass') is widely used for trains and buses, offering discounted fares for a fixed period, such as one month or three months.
Forms
Base: 定期Noun meaning a fixed period or term. Often used in compounds like 『定期券』 (teikiken, 'commuter pass') for transportation or 『定期預金』 (teiki yokin, 'fixed-term deposit') in banking.