Quiet Time at the Library - 図書館で静かな時間
Quiet Time at the Library – 図書館で静かな時間
Scene Description – シーンの説明
Inside a public library in Japan, students are studying, a parent reads picture books with their child, and the librarian quietly helps visitors. The mood is respectful and calm, filled with quiet concentration and a shared unspoken rule: be considerate of others.
Everyday Japanese Expressions – 自然な会話と表現
• 「しーっ、静かにね」(Shii~, shizuka ni ne) – “Shhh, quiet please.”
• 「この本、借りられますか？」(Kono hon, kariraremasu ka?) – “Can I borrow this book?”
• 「◯◯についての本はどこですか？」(___ ni tsuite no hon wa doko desu ka?) – “Where can I find books about ___?”
• 「返却は一週間以内です」(Henkyaku wa isshuukan inai desu) – “Returns are due within one week.”
Cultural Points and Expression Background
静けさはマナー – Silence as Manners
In Japanese libraries, silence is deeply valued as a form of respect. Even young children are gently taught to lower their voices.
図書館は共有空間 – Libraries as Shared Community Spaces
Libraries in Japan are considered spaces for learning, community, and self-discipline. The quiet environment reflects the collective mindfulness toward others.
正確な言葉づかい – Politeness in Inquiry
When asking staff or borrowing books, Japanese often use humble and polite phrases—even in casual settings like public libraries.
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