1.
being broke; short of money; being strapped for cash
A state of not having enough money, typically temporary. Commonly used in casual conversation, especially among younger people.
An abbreviation of 金欠病 (literally "money-deficiency disease"). A compound of 金 (money, gold) and 欠 (lack, shortage). The humorous original form likens being broke to having an illness.
Common collocations
- 金欠だ (to be broke)
- 金欠状態 (state of being broke)
- 金欠病 (the "disease" of being broke — humorous full form)
- ずっと金欠 (perpetually broke)
A casual, colloquial expression. Not appropriate for formal or business contexts. Describes a temporary personal financial shortage rather than serious poverty. Commonly heard among students and young adults.