掛~
0%

Log in to evaluate your pronunciation.

No feedback yet. Please speak to see your results.
Prefix used in terms related to credit or deferred payment. Attaches to other words, e.g., 『掛け金』 (kakekin, 'credit amount') or 『掛け買い』 (kakekai, 'buying on credit').
Theme

User is at a bank discussing payment options with a bank teller, Yamada, who is helping set up a new account.

掛~

かけ~

credit (as a prefix)

Everyday Life & SurvivalShopping & Money Use

Memory Hook

Think of 'credit' as something you 'hang' onto for later payment. 『掛~』 (kake~, 'credit') sounds like 'cake' — you buy a cake on credit and pay later! 'Cake' → 掛~ (kake~, 'credit').

Cultural Note

In Japan, 『掛け売り』 (kakeuri, 'credit sale') is common in small shops or restaurants where regular customers can pay later. It reflects trust in business relationships.

Forms

Base: 掛~Prefix used in terms related to credit or deferred payment. Attaches to other words, e.g., 『掛け金』 (kakekin, 'credit amount') or 『掛け買い』 (kakekai, 'buying on credit').