EN: Use 'Welcome to' followed by a place to greet someone arriving at a specific location.
日本語: ある場所に到着した人を歓迎するには、「Welcome to」の後に場所を続けて使用します。
Welcome to our home.
我が家へようこそ。
EN: In English-speaking countries, shopkeepers often greet customers immediately as they enter to create a friendly atmosphere.
EN: Use 'so much' after 'thank you' to show that you are very grateful. It makes the thank you stronger.
日本語: 'thank you' の後に 'so much' を付け加えることで、より深い感謝の気持ちを伝えることができ、丁寧で心のこもった表現になります。
Thank you so much for the gift.
プレゼントを本当にありがとうございます。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, it is very common to say 'Hi' and 'Thank you' frequently to service staff. It is considered polite and builds a friendly atmosphere.
EN: Use 'Can I + verb' to offer help or ask for permission in a polite way.
日本語: 「Can I + 動詞」を使うことで、丁寧にいっそうの手助けを申し出たり、許可を求めたりすることができます。
Can I open the window?
窓を開けてもいいですか?
EN: In English-speaking countries, shop assistants often approach customers with this phrase. It is a standard, polite way to start a service interaction.
EN: Use 'I have a...' to tell someone that you possess something or want to share information.
日本語: 「I have a...」を使って、自分が何かを所有していることや、情報を共有したいことを相手に伝えます。
I have a book.
私は本を1冊持っています。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, saying 'please' after 'yes' is essential for being polite to service staff.
EN: Use 'I am' to introduce yourself or state your identity. 'From' is used to show your place of origin.
日本語: 「I am」を使って自己紹介や身元を表します。「From」は出身地や故郷を示すために使われます。
I am a student from Taiwan.
私は台湾から来た学生です。
EN: In English-speaking countries, people often identify themselves by their country or city of origin when traveling to help start a conversation.
EN: Use 'What is...?' to ask for the meaning or definition of a word or concept.
日本語: 「What is...?」を使って、単語や概念の意味や定義を尋ねます。
What is a refund?
税金の払い戻し(リファンド)とは何ですか?
EN: In many countries, 'duty-free' refers to goods that are exempt from import taxes, often found at airports or specific tourist shops.
EN: Use the verb 'means' to explain the definition or significance of a word or concept.
日本語: 動詞 'means' を使うことで、単語や概念の定義や意味を説明します。
Red means stop.
赤は「停止」を意味します。
EN: Duty-free shopping is common in international airports. It allows travelers to buy luxury goods, alcohol, or tobacco without paying local government taxes, provided they take the items out of the country.
EN: Use 'can' followed by a base verb to talk about things that are possible or allowed.
日本語: 動詞の原形(base verb)の前に 'can' を置くことで、それが可能であることや許可されていることを表します。
You can use your credit card here.
ここではクレジットカードをご利用いただけます。
EN: In many countries, 'duty-free' or 'tax-free' shopping is a common incentive for international tourists. Usually, you must show your passport and leave the country within a certain timeframe to qualify.
EN: Use 'sounds' followed by an adjective to share your opinion about something you just heard.
日本語: 「sounds」の後に形容詞を続けることで、聞いたばかりのことに対する意見や感想を表します。
That sounds good.
それはいいですね。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, using enthusiastic responses like 'That sounds great!' is a common way to show politeness and interest in a conversation.
EN: Use 'want to' followed by a verb to express a desire or intention to do something.
日本語: 「want to」の後に動詞を続けることで、何かをしたいという願望や意図を表します。
I want to drink some water.
お水を少し飲みたいです。
EN: In a shop, 'I want to buy...' is a direct and clear way to express your intention. Using 'I would like to buy...' is a slightly more polite alternative.
EN: Use 'Can I...?' to ask for permission or to see if something is possible.
日本語: 許可を求めたり、可能かどうかを確認したりするには、「Can I...?」を使用します。
Can I have a menu?
メニューをいただけますか?
EN: In many countries, tourists can get a refund on the Value Added Tax (VAT) paid on goods. You usually need to show your passport and a special tax-free form at the airport before leaving.
EN: Use the base form of a verb at the beginning of a sentence to give a command or a polite instruction. This is called the 'Imperative'.
日本語: 文頭に動詞の原形を使うことで、指示や丁寧なアドバイスを与えることができます。これを「命令文」と呼びます。
Keep your passport safe.
パスポートを大切に保管してください。
EN: In many countries, you must present the original physical receipt at the airport customs desk to claim a tax refund. Digital copies are often not accepted.
EN: Use 'is' to connect a singular subject (The receipt) with a description (important). This is the 'Subject + be verb + Adjective' pattern.
日本語: 'is' を使って、単数主語 (The receipt) と説明の語 (important) を繋ぎます。これは「主語 + be動詞 + 形容詞」の文章構造です。
The book is good.
この本はとても良いです。
EN: In many countries, you must present the original physical receipt to claim a VAT or sales tax refund at the airport. Digital copies are not always accepted.
EN: Use 'Where do I...?' to ask for directions or the location of a service.
日本語: 「Where do I...?」を使って、道順やサービスの場所を尋ねます。
Where do I buy a ticket?
チケットはどこで買えますか?
EN: In many countries, tourists can get a 'tax refund' (VAT or GST) on goods purchased. This usually happens at the airport before leaving the country.
EN: Use 'go to' followed by a place to talk about your destination or where you are heading.
日本語: 「go to」の後に場所を続けることで、目的地や向かっている場所を表します。
You go to the park.
あなたは公園に行きます。
EN: In international travel, 'customs' is the place at an airport where officials check your luggage and documents for tax purposes.
EN: This is an 'Imperative Sentence' used to give instructions. It starts with a verb (Show) and the subject 'You' is hidden.
日本語: これは指示を与える際に使われる「命令文」です。動詞 (Show) で始まり、主語の「you」は省略されます。
Open your bag.
バッグを開けてください。
EN: When traveling, 'customs' is the place at the airport where officials check your goods. Always keep your physical receipt for tax refunds, as digital copies are not always accepted.
EN: Use 'and' to join two things together in a sentence. It shows that both items are included in the action.
日本語: 文の中で2つのものを繋ぐ際には 'and' を使用します。これにより、両方のアイテムが動作に含まれていることを示します。
I have a pen and a book.
私はペンを1本と本を1冊持っています。
EN: When applying for a tax refund at the airport, customs officers often need to see the actual unused goods along with the paperwork to prevent fraud.
EN: Use 'Do I' at the beginning of a sentence to ask for permission or confirm if an action is necessary.
日本語: 文頭で「Do I」を使うことで、許可を求めたり、ある行動が必要かどうかを確認したりします。
Do I pay here?
ここでお支払いをすればよいですか?
EN: When applying for a tax refund (duty-free) abroad, your physical passport is almost always required as proof of tourist status. A copy is often not accepted.
EN: Imperative sentences start with a verb to give instructions or directions. You don't need to say 'You'.
日本語: 命令文は指示や案内を与えるために動詞で始まります。「you」と言う必要はありません。
Open your bag.
カバンを開けてください。
EN: In many countries, you must show your original physical passport (not a copy) to process tax refunds at the airport or in-store.
EN: Use 'get something back' to describe receiving something that you previously gave away or lost.
日本語: 「get something back」を使って、以前渡したものや失ったものを受け取る(取り戻す)状況を表します。
I want to get my book back.
自分の本を返してもらいたいです。
EN: In many countries, tourists can get a 'tax refund' because they do not live there. This is a common part of international shopping travel.
EN: Use 'How much' followed by an uncountable noun (like money) to ask about the quantity or price of something.
日本語: 不可算名詞(moneyなど)の前に「How much」を使うことで、量や価格を尋ねることができます。
How much water do you need?
お水はどのくらい必要ですか?
EN: In many countries, tax refunds for tourists are common, but the percentage varies. It is polite to ask 'How much' to clarify the expected amount before heading to the airport.
EN: Use 'about' before a number to show that it is not exact.
日本語: 数字の前に 'about' を置くことで、それが正確な数値ではなく、おおよその見積もりであることを示します。
It is about five dollars.
だいたい5ドルです。
EN: In many countries, tax refunds for tourists (VAT/GST) are not the full tax amount because of administrative fees. 'About ten percent' is a common estimate in Europe and parts of Asia.
EN: Use 'Thank you for + [noun]' to show gratitude for a specific thing or action.
日本語: 「Thank you for + [名詞]」を使って、特定の物事や行動に対して感謝の気持ちを表します。
Thank you for the coffee.
コーヒーをありがとうございます。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, it is very common to thank service staff (like shop assistants) even for small tasks. It shows politeness and appreciation.
EN: Use 'Happy + Verb-ing' to wish someone a good experience during an activity.
日本語: 「Happy + 動詞-ing」を使うことで、相手がその活動中に良い体験ができるように祈る表現になります。
Happy traveling!
良い旅を!
EN: In English-speaking cultures, 'You are welcome' is the most standard response to 'Thank you'. Adding a wish like 'Happy shopping' or 'Have a nice day' is very common in retail to show politeness.
IPA発音、定義、例文、インタラクティブクイズ付きの重要な単語。
文中での意味: 観光客、旅行者
文中での意味: 免税の(輸入税や消費税が含まれていない)
文中での意味: 税金(政府が市民や消費者に課す金銭)
文中での意味: 払い戻し金、返金
文中での意味: レシート、領収書(購入を証明する用紙)
文中での意味: 税関(空港などで荷物や書類の点検を行う場所)
文中での意味: パスポート(海外旅行時に身元を証明する公的書類)
文中での意味: パーセント、百分率
種類タグ、二言語の定義、使い方の説明、例文を含むフレーズ。
To receive a refund of the money you spent.
お金を取り戻す、払い戻し
A reimbursement of excess tax paid.
税金の払い戻し
Exempt from payment of customs duties.
免税
To save the proof of purchase for future use.
レシートを保管する
The official department that administers and collects the duties levied by a government on imported goods.
税関