Translation guide
FD is an abbreviation for 'fixed deposit', a type of savings account or investment. In Japanese, this is commonly referred to as 定期預金 (ていきよきん).
To refer to a fixed deposit account or certificate of deposit in a banking context.
Standard term for a fixed deposit or time deposit account. Widely understood in banking.
定期預金を始めました。
I opened a fixed deposit account.
定期預金の金利は低いです。
The interest rate on fixed deposits is low.
Shortened form of 定期預金, used in casual conversation or when context is clear.
The English abbreviation 'FD' is sometimes used in financial contexts, but it's not as common as the Japanese terms. May be understood by those familiar with international banking.
FDの金利が上がった。
The FD interest rate went up.
It's safe if you put it in a fixed deposit.