図書
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Noun referring to books in a formal or collective sense. Often used in compound words like 『図書館』 (toshokan, 'library').
Theme
In a library, User is chatting with the librarian, Mr. Tanaka, about book recommendations.
図書
としょ
books
Culture & SocietySchool & Education
Memory Hook
Imagine a library full of books — 'too' many books! 'Too' sounds like 『図書』 (tosho, 'books'). 'Too many books' → 図書 (tosho, 'books').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『図書』 (tosho, 'books') is often used in formal contexts like libraries or schools. For example, 『図書館』 (toshokan, 'library') literally means 'book building' and is a common place for studying and reading.
Forms
Base: 図書Noun referring to books in a formal or collective sense. Often used in compound words like 『図書館』 (toshokan, 'library').