キャッシュレス
きゃっしゅれす
noun / na-adjective
cashless
1.
cashless
Not using physical cash for payments; using electronic payment methods such as credit cards, IC cards, or smartphone apps.
キャッシュレス決済が増えている。
Cashless payments are increasing.
キャッシュレス社会に移行しつつある。
We are transitioning to a cashless society.
このお店はキャッシュレス対応です。
This shop accepts cashless payments.
USAGE:
キャッシュレス refers to payment systems that don't require physical cash. Japan has been promoting cashless payments, though cash remains more prevalent than in many other developed countries.
COMMON PATTERNS:
- キャッシュレス決済 (cashless payment)
- キャッシュレス社会 (cashless society)
- キャッシュレス対応 (cashless-compatible)
- キャッシュレス化 (going cashless)
PAYMENT METHODS:
- クレジットカード (credit card)
- ICカード (IC card - Suica, PASMO, etc.)
- QRコード決済 (QR code payment - PayPay, LINE Pay, etc.)
- 電子マネー (electronic money)