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おうち時間

/o.uci.tai.men/
noun★Intermediate— Home time or personal time
◆ What It Really Means
The concept of home time emphasizes the importance of personal space and relaxation.
¶ Literal Meaning
Home time refers to the time spent at home, away from work or school.
Literal Breakdown
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◇ Mental Image
A person relaxing at home, away from work or school.
◈ When to Use
A person coming home from work and spending time with family or engaging in personal activities.
◉ Cultural Note
This concept is particularly relevant in Japan, where work-life balance is often prioritized over personal time.
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Time spent at home, away from work or school.

おうち時間を確保することは、仕事や学校の負担を軽減するのに役立ちます。

Having home time ensures that the burden of work or school can be reduced.

💡

This concept is often used in discussions about work-life balance.

Collocations

おうち時間home time

Related Phrases

work-life balanceidiom|phrasal verb|phrase|proverb|metaphor
the balance between work and personal life

💡Pro Tip

Understanding the concept of home time

Home time is an important aspect of maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

⚡Gold Rule

Prioritizing personal time

Make time for personal activities and hobbies to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

📖Word Origin

This term is a Japanese loanword from English.

📝Usage Notes

This concept is often used in discussions about work-life balance in Japan.

Word Breakdown

root
home
root|prefix|suffix
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