祝 儀(しゅうぎ)

しゅうぎ

noun

congratulatory money; gift money

1. congratulatory gift money, wedding gift money

Money given as a gift for celebrations, especially weddings. Typically presented in a special envelope.

How much gift money should we give?

The standard wedding gift money is 30,000 yen.

I put new bills in the gift money envelope and carefully wrote my name on it.

2. tip, gratuity

A monetary tip given to service workers such as hotel staff or moving workers.

I gave a tip at the inn.

I gave a tip to the moving company workers.

I'm wondering whether to give a tip to the waitress at the inn.

Usage: 祝儀(しゅうぎ) primarily refers to gift money for happy occasions. The amount and presentation follow strict etiquette.

Use odd numbers (3万(まん), 5万(まん), 7万(まん)円(えん)) as even numbers can be divided (symbolizing separation)
Use new, crisp bills
Use appropriate 祝儀袋(しゅうぎぶくろ) with decorative ties (水引(みずひき))

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Added 2026.1.17 14:25 · Revised 2026.9.2 12:02

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