Translation of Japanese word "図書館" to English
図書館
としょかん
[toshokan]
IPA: /t͡ɕoɕokɑɴ/
Meaning
NounAn institution which holds books and/or other forms of media for use by the public or qualified people often lending them out, as well as providing various other services for its users.
How to use
図書館 (toshokan) — 'library'. 図書館で勉強する — study at the library. 本を借りる — borrow a book. 図書館員 (toshokan-in) — librarian.
🇬🇧 English
library
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 図書館
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): としょかん
Romaji Transcription: toshokan
Example Sentences
図書館は夜遅くまで開いています。
The library is open until late at night.
図書館で本を読みます。
としょかん で ほん を よみます。
I will read a book at the library.
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Common phrases
- 図書館で本を借りる— to borrow a book from the library
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Frequency rank: #93 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "図書館" mean?▼
The Japanese word "図書館" means "library" in English.
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The word "図書館" is read as "としょかん" (toshokan). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Refers to a library.".
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