JLPT N1
成金
Nouveau riche or upstart; originally a promoted pawn in Japanese chess.
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Other forms
成り金 also common
1 Noun
Nouveau Riche / Upstart
Describes an individual who has rapidly acquired wealth, often implying a lack of refinement or tacky displays of affluence.
Example
彼 は 株 で 大儲け し て 、 すっかり 成金 に なっ て しまっ た 。
He made a fortune in stocks and has completely turned into a flashy upstart.
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2 Noun
Promoted Piece (in Shogi)
Refers to a Shogi piece, such as a pawn, that has been promoted to move like a Gold General upon entering the enemy camp.
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