Japanese Word · Beginner
二束三文
dirt cheap
Pronunciation: [ɲ̟iso̞kɯ̟̊sã̠mːõ̞ɴ]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "dirt cheap".
Example
道具屋を呼んで来て、先祖代々の瓦落多を二束三文に売った。
He sent for a second-hand dealer and sold for a song all the bric-a-brac which had been handed down from ages ago in our family.
Practice tips
- Practice 二束三文 out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for beginner-level learners.