銀行
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Noun for a financial institution. Used in phrases like 『銀行に行く』 (ginkō ni iku, 'go to the bank') or 『銀行口座』 (ginkō kōza, 'bank account').
Theme
Two friends, Ken and User, are walking through the city center and discussing where to handle some errands. Ken suggests a place to go.
銀行
ぎんこう
bank
Everyday Life & SurvivalShopping & Money Use
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'gin' (ぎん ginkō sounds like 'gin') bank where you store gold and silver. 'Gin' → ぎんこう (ginkō, 'bank').
Cultural Note
In Japan, banks like 『三菱UFJ銀行』 (Mitsubishi UFJ Ginkō) are common for savings and transactions. Many ATMs have English options, but some close early or on weekends.
Forms
Base: 銀行Noun for a financial institution. Used in phrases like 『銀行に行く』 (ginkō ni iku, 'go to the bank') or 『銀行口座』 (ginkō kōza, 'bank account').