小銭
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Noun meaning coins or small denominations of money. Often used in contexts like making exact payments or using vending machines. Example: 『小銭を持っていますか？』 (kozeni o motte imasu ka?, 'Do you have any change?').
Theme
At a convenience store, User and their coworker Mika are buying snacks and discussing how to pay.
小銭
こぜに
coins, small change
Everyday Life & SurvivalShopping & Money Use
Memory Hook
Think of 'small change' as 'ko-sen' — 'ko' means small, and 'sen' sounds like 'cents' in English. 'Small cents' → 小銭 (kozeni, 'coins, small change').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『小銭』 (kozeni, 'coins, small change') is essential for vending machines, public transportation like buses, and small purchases. Many people carry coin purses to manage their change, as coins are commonly used in daily transactions.
Forms
Base: 小銭Noun meaning coins or small denominations of money. Often used in contexts like making exact payments or using vending machines. Example: 『小銭を持っていますか？』 (kozeni o motte imasu ka?, 'Do you have any change?').