滞納
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Noun meaning failure to pay on time, such as taxes or bills. Often used in phrases like 『滞納する』 (tainou suru, 'to default').
Theme
At a community center meeting, User talks with their neighbor Tanaka-san about local issues, including problems with unpaid utility bills.
滞納
たいのう
non-payment / default
Culture & SocietyWork & Business
Memory Hook
Think of 'tai' (滞, 'stagnate') and 'nou' (納, 'pay')—when payments stagnate, it's non-payment! 'Tai-nou' → 滞納 (tainou, 'non-payment / Default').
Cultural Note
『滞納』 (tainou, 'non-payment / Default') is a common term in Japanese business and legal contexts, referring to overdue payments like taxes, bills, or loans, and can have serious consequences if not addressed.
Forms
Base: 滞納Noun meaning failure to pay on time, such as taxes or bills. Often used in phrases like 『滞納する』 (tainou suru, 'to default').