Japanese · Daily Life
銀行
ginkou
Bank
Beginnernoun
Definition
A financial institution. Japanese banks operate ATMs (ATM) widely and many convenience stores also have ATMs available around the clock.
Example
銀行でお金をおろしてきます。
I am going to withdraw money at the bank.
Etymology
銀行 (ginkou) consists of 銀, meaning 'silver,' representing money, and 行, meaning 'to go' or 'to conduct.' The term developed with the establishment of financial institutions in Japan.
How & Where It’s Used
銀行 is used in both spoken and written contexts, primarily in formal situations when discussing finances. It is a standard term without regional variations.