noun
frame; framed picture
Refers to a physical picture frame or a framed piece of art. Often used in compounds like 額縁 (がくぶち).
壁に額を掛ける。
I hang a framed picture on the wall.
この絵に合う額を探しています。
I'm looking for a frame that suits this painting.
noun, noun, used as a suffix
Used for a sum of money or a numerical amount. Common as a suffix in words like 金額 (きんがく) or 総額 (そうがく).
寄付の額は公表されなかった。
The amount of the donation was not disclosed.
この金額では足りません。
This amount is not enough.