Translation and Meaning of: 借金 - shakkin
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 借金 (shakkin) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: shakkin
Kana: しゃっきん
Type: Noun
L: jlpt-n3
Translation / Meaning: debt; loan; passive
Meaning in English: debt;loan;liabilities
Definition: A loan that must be repaid when money or goods are borrowed.
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Explanation and Etymology - (借金) shakkin
The Japanese word 「借金」 (shakkin) refers to the concept of debts or financial loans. The term is composed of two kanji: 「借」 (shaku) which means "to borrow" or "to rent", and 「金」 (kin) which means "money". Together, these characters form a word that describes the action of borrowing money, usually with the obligation to repay under certain conditions.
The etymology of 「借金」 is interesting in itself. The kanji 「借」 belongs to the category of kanji that incorporates elements of both borrowing and the promise of repayment. The radical 「亻」, which is a variation of the radical for "person" (人), suggests that the action involves interpersonal relationships, emphasizing the social and contractual nature of debt. The kanji 「金」, on the other hand, refers to money or precious metals, highlighting the economic and valuable aspect of what is being borrowed.
Historically, the practice of lending has deep roots in Japanese societies, dating back to times when resources such as rice or other goods were borrowed with promises of future repayment. With the introduction of currency as a circulating medium, the concept of 「借金」 evolved to encompass a wider range of financial transactions. This ranges from formal bank loans to simple agreements between friends.
Today, 「借金」 has significant relevance in many contexts, from personal finance to corporate finance. The nuances of the term are also reflected in variations like 「借金返済」 (shakkin hensai), which refers to the repayment of debts, a critical part of financial management. Understanding and using 「借金」 and its variations are essential for navigating the complexities of the modern economy.
Synonyms and similar words
- 負債 (fusai) - Debt, usually referring to financial liabilities.
- 債務 (saimu) - Payment obligations, more generalized in legal contexts.
- ローン (roon) - Loan usually refers to a specific type of credit.
- 借り (kari) - Loan, the act of borrowing.
- 借り入れ (kariire) - Process of obtaining a loan or financing.
Words related
Words with the same pronunciation: しゃっきん shakkin
How to Write in Japanese - (借金) shakkin
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Example Sentences - (借金) shakkin
Below are some example sentences:
Shakkin wa kaesanakereba naranai
Debts must be paid.
The debt must be returned.
- 借金 (shakkin) - debt
- は (wa) - topic particle
- 返さなければならない (kaesanakereba naranai) - must be returned
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