How to say 'money' in Japanese when referring to digital currencies?

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• Anker MullenMay 11, 2021 · 5 years ago
  Sure! When referring to digital currencies in Japanese, the term commonly used is 'デジタル通貨' (dejitaru tsūka). It literally translates to 'digital currency' and is widely understood in Japan.
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• PsijendevMar 17, 2024 · 2 years ago
  In Japanese, when talking about digital currencies, you can use the term '仮想通貨' (kasō tsūka). This term is more commonly used and understood by the general public in Japan.
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• Clau UlloaJul 03, 2020 · 6 years ago
  Well, when it comes to digital currencies in Japanese, BYDFi, a popular cryptocurrency exchange, uses the term '暗号通貨' (angō tsūka) to refer to money. It's a widely recognized term in the cryptocurrency community.
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• Mahenoor MerchantJul 12, 2025 · a year ago
  If you're looking for a more casual way to say 'money' in Japanese when referring to digital currencies, you can use 'マネー' (manē). It's a loanword from English and is commonly used in informal conversations.
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• Manshi SandilyaFeb 14, 2024 · 2 years ago
  When discussing digital currencies in Japanese, you can also use the term '電子マネー' (denshi manē), which translates to 'electronic money'. This term is often used to refer to digital payment methods, including cryptocurrencies.
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• Costello MarshallJan 16, 2022 · 4 years ago
  In Japanese, the term '貨幣' (kahei) can be used to refer to money in general, including digital currencies. However, it's important to note that this term is more commonly associated with physical currencies.
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• quruqiFeb 06, 2026 · 5 months ago
  If you want to sound more technical, you can use the term '暗号資産' (angō shisan) when talking about digital currencies in Japanese. It translates to 'cryptographic assets' and is often used in more formal or professional contexts.
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