手元
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Noun referring to money readily available, either physically on hand or stored at home. Example: 『手元にお金がありますか？』 (temoto ni okane ga arimasu ka?, 'Do you have money on hand?').
Theme
Two friends, Ken and User, are at a café discussing weekend plans and budgeting for a trip.
手元
てもと
(money) on hand or at home, one's purse
Everyday Life & SurvivalShopping & Money Use
Memory Hook
Think of money in your hand or at home — 'hand-place' (手元 temoto) means cash on hand. 'Hand-place' → 手回し (temoto, 'money on hand').
Cultural Note
『手元』 (temoto, 'money on hand') is commonly used in financial contexts in Japan, such as budgeting or discussing personal savings. It highlights the importance of managing readily available funds.
Forms
Base: 手元Noun referring to money readily available, either physically on hand or stored at home. Example: 『手元にお金がありますか？』 (temoto ni okane ga arimasu ka?, 'Do you have money on hand?').