N2
さいさん (saisan)
採算
profitability; break-even point; paying proposition
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to whether something is profitable or can at least break even. Often used with verbs like 「合う」 (to be profitable) or 「とれる」 (to be able to make a profit). (事業や計画が利益を生むか、または少なくとも損失が出ない状態を指します。「採算が合う」「採算がとれる」などの形でよく使われます。)
📝 Example Sentences
この事業は採算がとれない。
This business is not profitable.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "採算"!
新しいお店を開いたが、なかなか_______が合わない。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 利益が出ず、経費がまかなえない状態を「採算が合わない」と言います。
English: When a business doesn't make a profit and can't cover its costs, it means the 'saisan ga awanai' (it's not profitable).
English: When a business doesn't make a profit and can't cover its costs, it means the 'saisan ga awanai' (it's not profitable).
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