身代金 (minoshirokin) Japanese meaning: ransom | KotomoraThe kidnapper demanded a ransom from the family.
The ransom drop-off location was under police surveillance.
Usage patterns
身代金を要求するto demand a ransom
The kidnapper demanded a ransom from the family.
身代金を払うto pay a ransom
The family had no choice but to pay the ransom.
身代金目的で〈人〉を誘拐するto kidnap someone for ransom
The man kidnapped the president's son for ransom.
身代金として〈数〉を要求するto demand a specific amount as ransom
The kidnapper demanded ten million yen as ransom.
