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VocabJLPT N2

expense

NounSuffix

Definitions

1. cost
2. expense

This noun suffix or standalone noun means cost, expense, or fee related to a particular purpose. It is often attached to other words to form compound nouns indicating a specific type of expense, such as travel costs or living expenses.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

She said, "I'll cover more of the living expenses this month."

Sentence 2

Last night's news covered the debate over rising healthcare costs.

Sentence 3

The president declared, "We won't pull out until we've recouped our investment."

Sentence 4

After dinner, my dad laughed and asked, "Which is heavier — tuition or room and board?"

Sentence 5

Let's start by setting a weekly budget for food costs.