為替

かわせ
JLPT:N2
Frequency:
1

A money order or draft (instruments used to transfer or remit money, such as postal money orders).

Noun

Examples

郵便為替で家族に仕送りを送った。

I sent money to my family by postal money order.

この為替は銀行で現金化できますか?

Can this draft be cashed at the bank?

2

Exchange, especially foreign exchange — currency exchange or matters concerning exchange rates and the FX market.

Noun

Examples

為替レートが円高に振れると輸入業者は影響を受ける。

When the exchange rate moves toward a stronger yen, importers are affected.

外国為替市場でドルを買う動きが強まっている。

Buying of dollars in the foreign exchange market is strengthening.

海外送金の際は為替手数料に注意してください。

Be careful about exchange fees when sending money abroad.