預金
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Base noun form. Refers to money deposited in a bank or the account itself. Usage example: 『銀行に預金があります』 (ginkou ni yokin ga arimasu, 'I have a deposit at the bank').
Theme
At a local bank, User is opening a new account and discussing savings options with the bank clerk, Mr. Tanaka.
預金
よきん
deposit, bank account
Everyday Life & SurvivalShopping & Money Use
Memory Hook
Think of 'pre' (預 yo) 'gold' (金 kin) — you pre-deposit your gold in a bank account! 'Pre-gold' → 預金 (yokin, 'deposit, bank account').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『預金』 (yokin, 'deposit, bank account') is a common term in banking. Japanese banks often offer various types of accounts, and it's typical to use this word when discussing savings or transactions.
Forms
Base: 預金Base noun form. Refers to money deposited in a bank or the account itself. Usage example: 『銀行に預金があります』 (ginkou ni yokin ga arimasu, 'I have a deposit at the bank').