recruit · raise

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 募 concerns gathering people or funds; its readings include ぼ and つのる.
• Basic usage: 募金 refers to raising funds, while 応募 refers to applying or submitting an entry in response to a call.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Collecting and applying
  • 応募 focuses on the applicant's action. It is used for entering a contest or applying for a job.
• Activity and money raised
  • 募金に協力する means contributing to a fundraising activity, while 募金 described as being used to buy books refers to the money raised.