jin6 caau1現鈔现钞
Jyutpingjin6 caau1
Yaleyihn chāau
Definition
Banknotes; paper money.
neutralmoney
How it's used
Refers specifically to physical paper currency rather than digital balances or credit. While it sounds slightly more formal than the common term 現金, it is frequently used in banking and retail contexts to distinguish physical notes from electronic transactions.
Measure word
daap6疊daphExamples
Do you have any cash on you?
This shop only accepts cash.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with general money terms like 錢. Remember that it specifically highlights the physical, tangible nature of paper notes, so it is not interchangeable with digital payment methods.
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