living expenses; cost of living
Refers to the money needed for daily necessities such as food, housing, and utilities.
東京の生活費は高い。
The cost of living in Tokyo is high.
毎月の生活費を計算する。
I calculate my monthly living expenses.
He earns his living expenses through part-time work.
Living expenses cost quite a lot in the city.
I'm cutting down on living expenses to save money.
The parents are helping support their student's living expenses.
I use the income from my side job to help cover living expenses.