Translation and Meaning of: 無駄遣い - mudadukai
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 無駄遣い (mudadukai) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: mudadukai
Kana: むだづかい
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: Spend money on; waste money on; beat a dead horse.
Meaning in English: waste money on;squander money on;flog a dead horse
Definition: wasting money and resources.
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- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ
Explanation and Etymology - (無駄遣い) mudadukai
無駄遣い is a Japanese word composed of two kanji: 無駄 (muda) meaning "unnecessary" or "useless" and 遣い (tsukai) meaning "use" or "worn out". Therefore, the literal meaning of 無駄遣い is "unnecessary use" or "wasteful spending". This word is often used in Japan to refer to overspending or wasting money on things that aren't really needed. For example, if someone buys an expensive item that they don't need just to show others, it could be considered 無駄遣い. The etymology of this word goes back to the Edo period (1603-1868), when Japan went through a period of economic and social stability. During this time, consumer culture became popular among the middle class, and many people began to spend money on things they didn't really need. It was in this context that the word 無駄遣い began to be used to describe this behavior. Nowadays, 無駄遣い is a common word in Japan and is often used in informal conversations and in the media. It is considered a negative word and many people try to avoid 無駄遣い in their daily lives.How to Write in Japanese - (無駄遣い) mudadukai
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Synonyms and Similar - (無駄遣い) mudadukai
See below a list of Japanese words that have the same meaning or is a variation of the word we are studying on this page:
浪費; むだづかい
Words containing: 無駄遣い
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Words with the same pronunciation: むだづかい mudadukai
Example Sentences - (無駄遣い) mudadukai
Below are some example sentences:
無駄遣いはしないようにしましょう。
Mudazukai wa shinai you ni shimashou
Let's try not to waste money.
Do not waste.
- 無駄遣い - waste of money
- は - particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
- しない - negation of the verb "to do"
- ように - expression indicating an intention or desire
- しましょう - verb "do" in the imperative form, indicating a suggestion or request
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Other words of the same type: noun
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "Spend money on; waste money on; beat a dead horse." é "(無駄遣い) mudadukai". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.
