租金

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Understanding 租金 (zūjīn)

租金 specifically refers to the money paid for renting property, such as apartments, houses, or commercial spaces. It is a common term in everyday conversations about housing and leases.

Usage and Context

When discussing 租金, speakers often talk about the amount, payment terms, and what is included (like utilities). It is usually a fixed monthly fee but can sometimes be negotiated.

Common Collocations

  • 租金上涨 (rent increase): used when rent prices go up.
  • 支付租金 (pay rent): the act of paying the rent.
  • 租金押金 (rental deposit): a security deposit related to rent.

Tips

租金 is a noun and is often preceded by a possessive or quantity phrase (e.g., 这个公寓租金). Avoid confusing 租金 with (to rent) which is a verb. 租金 focuses on the payment amount, not the action of renting.

Example Sentences

The rent for this apartment is 5,000 yuan per month.

Does the rent include utilities?

The landlord requires the rent to be paid in advance.