The economy; the system and state of production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services in a country or region.
日本の経済は輸出に大きく依存している。
Japan's economy is heavily dependent on exports.
景気が悪くなると経済全体に影響が出る。
When the economy slows down, it affects the entire economic system.
経済学の授業で市場の仕組みを学んだ。
I studied how markets work in my economics class.
彼は経済の専門家としてテレビに出演した。
He appeared on TV as an expert on the economy.
Finance; one's financial situation or the financial condition of an organization (e.g. household finances).
今の給料では経済的に余裕がない。
With my current salary I don't have much financial leeway.
会社の経済状況が改善してボーナスが出た。
The company's finances improved and bonuses were paid.
留学に行くには経済的な準備が必要だ。
You need financial preparation to study abroad.
Economy; thriftiness—avoiding waste and keeping expenses low.
経済を心がけて、外食を減らしている。
Being economical, I'm cutting down on eating out.
小さな節約が積もって経済になる。
Small savings add up and become economical.
旅行中は経済に暮らして支出を抑えた。
While traveling I lived frugally to keep expenses down.