Meaning and Usage
"月賦" (げっぷ) refers to a payment method where the total cost is divided into monthly installments. It is commonly used for purchasing expensive items like cars, electronics, or furniture.
Common Contexts
You will often see "月賦" in contracts or payment plans, especially in formal or business settings. It implies a commitment to pay a fixed amount every month until the total price is covered.
Collocations and Patterns
- 月賦で買う: to buy something on monthly installments
- 月賦の支払い: monthly installment payment
- 月賦契約: installment contract
Usage Notes
"月賦" is a formal term and often appears in written contracts or advertisements. It is less common in casual conversation, where people might say "分割払い" (ぶんかつばらい) or "ローン" (loan). Learners should not confuse "月賦" with "げっぷ" meaning "burp" (the bodily function), which is a homophone but different in kanji and meaning.