Meaning and Usage
The Korean word '잔액' (janaek) specifically refers to the remaining amount of money or balance, commonly used in financial contexts such as bank accounts, prepaid cards, or mobile phone credits. It is a noun and often appears in formal or everyday conversations related to money management.
Common Contexts
You will frequently encounter '잔액' when discussing bank account balances, prepaid card amounts, or any situation where a remaining sum of money is relevant. For example, checking your bank account balance or confirming if you have enough funds to make a payment.
Collocations and Patterns
- 잔액 확인하다: to check the balance
- 잔액 부족: insufficient balance
- 잔액 조회: balance inquiry
- 잔액이 남다: to have a remaining balance
These collocations are useful in both spoken and written Korean, especially in banking, shopping, and mobile service contexts.
Register and Politeness
'잔액' is a neutral noun and can be used in both formal and informal settings. When combined with polite verbs like '확인하다' (to check) plus polite endings, it fits well in customer service or official communications.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '잔액' with '잔여' which also means 'remaining' but is more general and less commonly used for money. Remember, '잔액' is specifically about money or financial balances.