紙幣
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Base noun form. Refers to banknotes or bills made of paper, as opposed to coins. Used in contexts like 『紙幣で払う』 (shihei de harau, 'to pay with paper money').
Theme
At a convenience store, User and their friend Miyuki are discussing payment methods for their purchases.
紙幣
しへい
paper money / notes / bills
Everyday Life & SurvivalShopping & Money Use
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'paper' bill with a 'bee' on it — 'paper bee' sounds like 『紙幣』 (shihei, 'paper money'). Picture a bee buzzing around your cash!
Cultural Note
In Japan, paper money includes denominations like 1,000 yen, 5,000 yen, and 10,000 yen notes. They often feature historical figures and cultural symbols, and are widely used in daily transactions alongside coins.
Forms
Base: 紙幣Base noun form. Refers to banknotes or bills made of paper, as opposed to coins. Used in contexts like 『紙幣で払う』 (shihei de harau, 'to pay with paper money').