noun
running cost; operating cost
Refers to the ongoing expenses required to operate something, such as a business, machine, or system. Often contrasted with initial cost (イニシャルコスト).
この車はランニングコストが低い。
This car has low running costs.
新システムのランニングコストを試算する。
We estimate the running costs of the new system.
Spelling with interpunct; less common in everyday use.
イニシャルコスト refers to the initial cost or upfront investment, while ランニングコスト refers to ongoing operational expenses.
維持費 is a native Japanese term for maintenance or upkeep costs, often used for physical assets like buildings or vehicles. ランニングコスト is a broader loanword covering all operational expenses.
Loanword from English 'running cost'.