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図書室
toshoshitsu
library
図書室で静かに勉強したい
I want to study quietly in the library.
formal
A room or building designated for reading, studying, and housing books and other reading materials.
学校の図書室には多くの参考書があります
The school library has many reference books.
Often found in schools, universities, and public institutions.
Pro Tip
Usage Context
図書室 is commonly used in school settings, while 図書館 is more general and refers to public libraries.
Word Origin
Combination of 図書 (toshoshitsu, meaning 'books') and 室 (shitsu, meaning 'room').
Usage Notes
In Japanese, 図書室 typically refers to a smaller, more localized library space, often within a school or institution, whereas 図書館 (toshokan) refers to a larger public or municipal library.
Word Breakdown
図書
books
root室
room
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