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Thai

เยน

Pronunciation

yeen

เยน

yeen

yen [Japanese currency]

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  1. 1 yen [Japanese currency]

This word refers to the yen, Japan’s currency, and is placed after a number when stating an amount.

Learning notes

Explanation

This is a loanword referring to the Japanese yen. It follows the number in an amount, as in 100 เยน (“100 yen”). The fuller expression เงินเยน is also commonly used when explicitly identifying the currency. Because เยน is a unit of currency, it combines directly with a number and does not require a separate classifier.

Usage

It is used when discussing prices and travel budgets in Japan, as well as currency exchange, exchange rates, and other transactions involving Japanese yen.

Caution

Do not confuse เยน (“yen”) with เย็น, which can mean “cool,” “cold,” or “evening.” They differ in spelling and meaning.

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