Meaning
To acquire money through work.
Cultural Background
In Japan, asking someone directly how much they earn is considered rude. Use {稼|かせ}ぐ to talk about the act of working, not the specific amount. In some Western cultures, 'making money' is a common casual phrase. In Japan, {稼|かせ}ぐ is more formal and respectful.
Focus on the effort
Remember that {稼|かせ}ぐ implies you worked for it. Don't use it for winning or finding.
Meaning
To acquire money through work.
Focus on the effort
Remember that {稼|かせ}ぐ implies you worked for it. Don't use it for winning or finding.
Test Yourself
Which verb should you use for earning money through work?
私は毎日一生懸命お金を＿＿＿。
稼ぐ is the correct verb for earning money through work.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises私は毎日一生懸命お金を＿＿＿。
稼ぐ is the correct verb for earning money through work.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, use '当たる' (to win/hit) instead.
Related Phrases
収入を得る
synonymTo obtain income
一攫千金
contrastTo make a fortune at once
