钱 (qián)
noun · Beginner · Work & Business
Meaning
English: Money
What you use to buy things.
Examples
🗣 这件衣服多少钱？
💬 How much does this piece of clothing cost?
Etymology
‘钱’ (qián) is associated with currency and wealth, with historical ties to trade and economic systems dating back thousands of years in China. The character evolved as commerce developed over time.
How & Where It’s Used
‘钱’ is used in both formal and informal contexts related to discussions of finance and trade, commonly found in spoken and written language. It enjoys wide acceptance among various social classes.
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