金额

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Understanding 金额 (jīn’é)

The word 金额 specifically refers to a sum of money or an amount of money, often used in financial, business, or legal contexts. It is a formal term that quantifies money involved in transactions, payments, or budgets.

Usage and Context

金额 is commonly used when discussing sums in contracts, invoices, bank statements, or expense reports. It emphasizes the numerical value of money rather than the concept of money in general.

Common Collocations

  • 报销金额 (reimbursement amount): used in expense claims.
  • 交易金额 (transaction amount): used in business deals.
  • 账户金额 (account balance): refers to the money available in an account.

Nuances

When using 金额, speakers imply a precise or official amount, often documented or calculated. It is less casual than just saying (money) and is not used to refer to money in a vague or general sense.

Avoiding Confusion

Do not confuse 金额 with 价格 (price) or 费用 (cost/expense). 金额 focuses on the total sum of money involved, which might be the price, cost, or payment amount depending on context.

Example Sentences

Please fill in the amount to be reimbursed.

The amount of this transaction is very large and requires special approval.

The amount in the bank account is insufficient to cover this expense.