Cash refers specifically to physical currency like paper bills and coins.
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- Refers to physical money like banknotes and coins.
- Used for direct payments without digital intermediary.
- Commonly withdrawn from ATMs for daily expenses.
개요
현금(Cash)은 경제 활동에서 가장 기본적인 교환 수단입니다. 전자 결제가 발달한 현대 사회에서도 현금은 여전히 필수적인 결제 수단으로 사용됩니다. 2) 사용 패턴: '현금을 내다', '현금을 찾다', '현금을 쓰다'와 같은 동사와 함께 자주 쓰입니다. 3) 일반적인 맥락: 상점, 시장, 식당 등에서 물건을 살 때 사용하며, ATM 기기에서 인출하여 지갑에 소지하는 것이 일반적입니다. 4) 유의어 비교: '돈'은 화폐 전체를 일컫는 넓은 의미인 반면, '현금'은 실물 화폐라는 구체적인 형태를 강조합니다.
Examples
현금으로 계산할게요.
everydayI will pay with cash.
현금을 인출해야 합니다.
formalI need to withdraw cash.
현금 있어?
informalDo you have cash?
현금 유동성이 확보되었습니다.
academicCash liquidity has been secured.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
현금 결제
cash payment
현금 인출기
ATM
Often Confused With
Money is a general term for any currency or wealth. Cash specifically refers to physical paper bills and coins.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
Use '현금' in both formal and informal settings. It is a neutral noun. It is often used to contrast with digital payment methods.
Common Mistakes
Beginners sometimes confuse '현금' with '돈'. Remember '현금' is physical, while '돈' is abstract. Do not use '현금' to mean 'wealth'.
Tips
Use with specific verbs
Pair '현금' with '내다' (pay) or '인출하다' (withdraw) to sound natural. It clarifies how you are handling the physical money.
Avoid confusing with credit
Remember that '현금' always implies physical cash. Do not use it when referring to credit card payments.
Cashless society trend
South Korea is highly digitalized, and many places now accept only cards. Always carry a card just in case.
Word Origin
Derived from Sino-Korean characters: 現 (present) and 金 (gold/money). It literally translates to 'money present at the moment'.
Cultural Context
Korea is famous for its advanced digital payment systems. However, older generations and traditional markets still prefer cash.
Memory Tip
Imagine holding a handful of bills. '현' (current) '금' (gold/money) means money you have right now in your hand.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions현금은 실물 돈을 직접 건네는 것이고, 카드는 결제 대행사를 통해 나중에 계좌에서 돈이 빠져나가는 방식입니다.
은행 영업점이나 길거리에 있는 현금 자동 입출금기(ATM)를 이용하면 됩니다.
네, 일부 영세한 시장이나 소규모 식당에서는 수수료 문제로 현금 결제만을 선호하는 경우가 있습니다.
현금으로 결제한 뒤 자신의 전화번호 등을 등록하여 연말정산 시 소득공제 혜택을 받는 제도입니다.
Test Yourself
물건을 사고 ___으로 계산했습니다.
문맥상 결제 수단을 묻는 것이므로 현금이 적절합니다.
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Summary
Cash refers specifically to physical currency like paper bills and coins.
- Refers to physical money like banknotes and coins.
- Used for direct payments without digital intermediary.
- Commonly withdrawn from ATMs for daily expenses.
Use with specific verbs
Pair '현금' with '내다' (pay) or '인출하다' (withdraw) to sound natural. It clarifies how you are handling the physical money.
Avoid confusing with credit
Remember that '현금' always implies physical cash. Do not use it when referring to credit card payments.
Cashless society trend
South Korea is highly digitalized, and many places now accept only cards. Always carry a card just in case.
Examples
4 of 4현금으로 계산할게요.
I will pay with cash.
현금을 인출해야 합니다.
I need to withdraw cash.
현금 있어?
Do you have cash?
현금 유동성이 확보되었습니다.
Cash liquidity has been secured.
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