Meaning and Usage
The word "景気" (けいき) primarily refers to the economic condition or business climate. It is commonly used in discussions about the economy, such as whether it is good or bad, improving or declining.
Common Contexts
You will often hear "景気" in news reports, business conversations, and economic forecasts. It relates to how well the economy is doing, affecting employment, production, and consumer spending.
Collocations and Patterns
- 景気がいい／悪い: to say the economy is good or bad.
- 景気回復: economic recovery.
- 景気動向: economic trends.
- 景気が悪くなる: the economy worsens.
These phrases are useful for talking about changes in the economy.
Register and Nuance
"景気" is a neutral term used in both formal and informal contexts. It is not casual slang but is common in everyday conversation and media.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "景気" with "経済" (けいざい), which means "economy" in a broader sense. "景気" focuses more on the current state or condition, especially whether it is good or bad, while "経済" refers to the overall economic system or field.