English–Japanese

“cash” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajigenkin

Example

現金で払います。gen kin de hara i ma su

I will pay in cash.

Illustration for 現金 (cash)

How to say “cash” in Japanese

“Cash” in Japanese is 現金 (genkin).

Describes money in a physical form that is immediately available for payment.

Full entry for 現金: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 現金

財布に現金を少し入れておきます。sai fu ni gen kin o suko shi i re te o ki ma su

I keep some cash in my wallet.

Tips for using 現金

  • In everyday Japanese, 現金 (genkin) clearly contrasts with payment by card or bank transfer, making it common in conversations about how to pay.

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