EN: The phrase 'Here we are' is a common idiomatic expression used when arriving at a destination. 'This is...' is used to introduce or point out a specific place or thing nearby.
日本語: 「Here we are」はよく使われる慣用表現で、「私たちは着きました」という意味です。一方、「This is...」(これは...です)は、近くにある特定の場所や物を紹介したり指し示したりするときに使います。
Here we are. This is the museum.
私たちは着きました。ここが博物館です。
EN: In many English-speaking regions, different terms are used for rapid transit systems. While 'metro' is widely understood internationally, people in New York call it the 'subway', in London it is the 'underground' or 'tube', and in cities like Taipei, it is commonly referred to as the 'MRT'.
EN: Use 'so' before an adjective to add emphasis, meaning 'very' or 'extremely'.
日本語: 形容詞の前に「so」を付けると強調の意味になり、「とても」や「非常に」という意味になります。
The dog is so cute!
あの犬はとてもかわいいですね!
EN: To make a polite request or command, we use 'Please' followed by the base form of the verb (imperative sentence). Adding 'everyone' at the end addresses the whole group.
日本語: 丁寧な依頼や命令をするために、「Please」(どうぞ)の後に動詞の原形(命令文)を使います。文末に「everyone」(みなさん)を付けると、その場にいる全員に呼びかけることができます。
Please sit down, everyone.
みなさん、座ってください。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, adding 'Please' to instructions or rules is very common. It helps maintain a polite and respectful tone, even when giving direct orders in public spaces like museums or metro stations.
EN: To ask about plural things (like 'rules'), we use 'What are...?' followed by the plural noun.
日本語: 複数の物事(例えば「rules」規則)について尋ねる場合、「What are...?」の後に複数名詞を使います。
What are the questions?
問題は何ですか?
EN: This sentence is an imperative sentence (a command or request). It starts with a verb, and adding 'please' at the end makes it polite.
日本語: この文は命令文(命令または依頼)です。文は動詞で始まり、文末に「please」(どうぞ)を付けると、丁寧で礼儀正しい言い方になります。
Sit down, please.
座ってください。
EN: In English-speaking countries, queuing (standing in line) is highly valued as a basic social etiquette. Adding 'please' is essential when asking strangers or groups to follow rules, as it avoids sounding too bossy.
EN: To tell someone not to do something, start the sentence with 'Don't' (do not) followed by the base form of the action verb. This is called a negative imperative sentence.
日本語: 誰かに何かをしないように伝えるには、文を「Don't」(do not の短縮形)で始め、その後ろに動詞の原形を続けます。これは否定命令文と呼ばれます。
Don't run here.
ここで走らないでください。
EN: In public transport systems like the metro, keeping order and respecting personal space is highly valued. Using 'please' (e.g., 'Please don't push other people') can make the command sound more polite.
EN: We use 'here' after the verb 'be' (am/is/are) to show that someone or something has arrived or is present at the current location.
日本語: be動詞(am/is/are)の後に「here」を置いて、誰かまたは何かが現在の場所に到着した、または存在することを示します。
My friend is here.
私の友達が来ました(ここにいます)。
EN: In English, 'I see' is a very common and polite way to show active listening, meaning 'I understand what you are saying'. It is softer and more natural than just saying 'OK' or 'I understand'.
EN: Imperative sentences are used to give orders, warnings, or advice. They start with the base form of the verb, and the subject 'you' is omitted because it is understood.
日本語: 命令文は、命令、警告、アドバイスを与えるために使われます。文は動詞の原形で始まり、主語の「あなた/あなたたち」は省略されます(聞き手が明確だからです)。
Watch your step.
歩くときは気をつけて(足元に注意してください)。
EN: In many English-speaking subway systems, such as the London Underground, you will often hear the famous announcement 'Mind the gap' (watch out for the space between the train and the platform). 'Mind the door' is a similar daily warning used to remind passengers to be careful as doors close.
EN: Use the pattern 'Subject + am/is/are + adjective' to describe how someone feels. 'So' is used before the adjective to mean 'very'.
日本語: 「主語 + am/is/are + 形容詞」のパターンを使って、誰かの気持ちを説明します。形容詞の前に「so」を付けると「とても」や「本当に...」という意味になります。
He is so happy.
彼はとても嬉しいです。
EN: Use 'Don't' followed by a basic verb to tell someone not to do something. This is a negative command.
日本語: 「Don't」の後に動詞の原形を続けて、誰かに何かをしないように伝えます。これは否定の命令文(命令形)です。
Don't run in the classroom.
教室で走らないでください。
EN: In many cities around the world, such as Taipei, Singapore, and Hong Kong, eating or drinking on the metro (subway) is strictly prohibited to keep the trains clean and prevent pests. Violators can be fined.
EN: The Present Continuous Tense (be + V-ing) is used to describe actions that are happening right now. In this sentence, 'are resting' shows that people are currently in the middle of taking a break.
日本語: 現在進行形(be動詞 + 現在分詞 V-ing)は、まさに今起こっている動作を表すために使います。この文では、「are resting」は人々が今まさに休んでいる状態であることを示しています。
The baby is sleeping.
赤ちゃんが眠っています。
EN: In many countries, keeping your voice down on public transportation like the metro is considered a basic social etiquette. It shows respect for other passengers who might be commuting after a long day of work or school.
EN: Use 'Let's' followed by a base verb to make a suggestion or invite someone to do something together.
日本語: 「Let's」(一緒に...しましょう)の後に動詞の原形を続けて、提案をしたり、誰かを一緒に何かをするように誘ったりします。
Let's go to the park.
公園に行きましょう。
EN: Use 'I am sorry' to apologize to someone. You can add the person or group you are addressing at the end of the sentence.
日本語: 「I am sorry」を使って誰かに謝ります。文の最後に、話している相手(人やグループ)を加えることができます。
I am sorry, Mom.
お母さん、ごめんなさい。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, saying 'I am sorry' or 'Sorry' is a very common social courtesy used not only for major mistakes but also for minor inconveniences or to politely get someone's attention.
EN: The pattern 'Welcome to + [place]' is used to greet someone arriving at a specific location.
日本語: 「Welcome to + [場所]」のパターンは、特定の場所に到着した人を歓迎するときに使います。
Welcome to our school.
私たちの学校へようこそ。
EN: In English-speaking countries, staff at museums, shops, or airports will often greet visitors with 'Welcome to [name of place]' to make them feel invited and comfortable.
EN: This sentence is an imperative sentence (a command or request). It starts with 'Please' to make the request polite, followed directly by the base form of the verb 'read'.
日本語: この文は命令文(命令または依頼)です。文頭に「Please」(どうぞ)を付けると、より丁寧な言い方になり、その後ろに動詞の原形「read」(読む)を直接続けます。
Please sit down.
座ってください。
EN: In English-speaking countries, signs in museums or public spaces often use 'Please' to make rules sound like polite requests rather than harsh commands.
EN: Use 'Don't' followed by a basic verb to tell someone not to do something. This is a negative command.
日本語: 「Don't」の後に動詞の原形を続けて、誰かに何かをしないように伝えます。これは否定の命令文(命令形)です。
Don't run here.
ここで走らないでください。
EN: In many English-speaking countries, museums are considered quiet spaces for reflection and learning. Visitors, especially children, are constantly reminded to use 'indoor voices' or remain silent.
EN: Imperative sentences starting with 'Be' followed by adjectives are used to give polite commands, instructions, or advice. They tell someone how to behave or feel.
日本語: 「Be」で始まり形容詞が続く命令文は、丁寧な命令、指示、またはアドバイスを与え、相手がどのように振る舞うべきか、どのような状態であるべきかを伝えます。
Be careful when you cross the street.
道路を渡るときは気をつけてください。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, rules in public spaces (like museums or libraries) are often phrased positively with 'Be...' or politely with 'Please...' to encourage cooperative behavior rather than sounding overly commanding.
EN: To tell someone not to do something, start the sentence with 'Don't' followed by the base action (verb). This is a negative command.
日本語: 誰かに何かをしないように伝えるには、文頭を「Don't」で始め、その後ろに動詞の原形を続けます。これは否定の命令文(命令形)です。
Don't run here.
ここで走らないでください。
EN: In museums around the world, 'Don't touch' is a very common rule. Touching historical artifacts can damage them due to the natural oils on our hands.
EN: To tell someone not to do something, start the sentence with 'Don't' followed by the base action word (verb). Use 'or' to connect two forbidden actions in a negative sentence.
日本語: 誰かに何かをしないように伝えるには、文頭を「Don't」で始め、その後ろに動詞の原形を続けます。否定文では、「or」を使って禁止されている2つの動作をつなぎます(「...も...も」という意味です)。
Don't run or jump here.
ここで走ったり跳んだりしないでください。
EN: In many museums, art galleries, and public transit systems (like the metro) around the world, eating and drinking are strictly prohibited to keep the environment clean and protect the exhibits or facilities.
EN: Use 'Please' at the beginning of a command (imperative sentence) to make a request polite. The verb that follows must be in its base form.
日本語: 命令文(命令形)の文頭に「Please」(どうぞ)を付けると、丁寧で礼儀正しい言い方になります。後ろに続く動詞は必ず原形を使います。
Please sit down.
座ってください。
EN: In English-speaking countries, 'staff' is a collective noun referring to the group of people who work for an organization. It is commonly used in public places like museums, schools, or stations to refer to employees on duty.
EN: This sentence is an imperative sentence (a command or instruction). It starts directly with a verb ('Stand') and does not have a subject ('you') because it is understood that the speaker is talking to the listener.
日本語: この文は命令文(命令または指示)です。動詞(Stand)で直接始まり、主語(you)が省略されています。なぜなら、話している相手が明確に聞き手だからです。
Sit down on the chair.
椅子に座ってください。
EN: In English-speaking countries, lining up (or 'queuing') is a highly valued social norm. It is expected in public spaces like museums, stations, and shops to show respect for others' turn.
EN: Use 'don't' followed by a basic verb to tell someone not to do something. This is a negative imperative sentence used for rules or instructions.
日本語: 動詞の原形の前に「don't」を付けると、誰かに「...しないで」と命令したり制止したりできます。これは否定命令文で、規則や指示でよく使われます。
Don't run in the hallway.
廊下で走らないでください。
EN: In many museums and art galleries around the world, taking photos is allowed, but using a flash is strictly prohibited. This is because the strong light from a camera flash can damage the sensitive pigments in old paintings and historical artifacts over time.
EN: The phrase 'dos and don'ts' is a common idiom used to refer to rules or guidelines about what you should and should not do in a specific situation.
日本語: 「dos and don'ts」はよく使われる慣用句で、特定の状況で「すべきこと」と「すべきでないこと」、つまり「規則」や「注意事項」を指します。
Please read the dos and don'ts of the library.
図書館の規則を読んでください。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, 'dos and don'ts' is a very friendly and informal way to present rules, often used in public places like museums, pools, or schools to make the guidelines feel less demanding and more cooperative.
EN: The structure 'Imperative sentence + and + subject + verb' is used to express 'Do this, and then this good thing will happen.'
日本語: 「命令文 + and + 主語 + 動詞」の構造は、「...をすれば、それに続いて良い結果が起こる(そうすれば...になります)」という意味を表します。
Study hard, and you will pass the test.
一生懸命勉強しなさい。そうすれば試験に合格しますよ。
EN: Use 'Let's' followed by a base verb to make a suggestion to do something together.
日本語: 「Let's」(一緒に...しましょう)の後に動詞の原形を続けて、相手に一緒に何かをすることを提案します。
Let's go to the park.
公園に行きましょう。
EN: Use 'Let's' followed by a base verb to make a suggestion to do something together.
日本語: 「Let's」(一緒に...しましょう)の後に動詞の原形を続けて、相手に一緒に何かをすることを提案します。
Let's go home.
家に帰りましょう。
EN: In English-speaking countries, visiting a 'café' is a very common social activity, not just for drinking coffee but also for having light meals, studying, or chatting with friends.
EN: Negative Imperative Sentences: Use 'Don't' followed by a base verb to tell someone not to do something. Adding 'please' makes the request more polite.
日本語: 否定命令文:「Don't」の後に動詞の原形を続けて、誰かに何かをしないように伝えます。「please」を付けると、より丁寧な言い方になります。
Don't run, please.
走らないでください。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, adding 'please' to the end of an imperative sentence (command) is a common way to soften the tone, making it sound like a friendly request rather than a harsh order, especially when speaking to friends or family.
EN: We use 'Let's' (short for 'Let us') followed by a base verb to make a suggestion or invite someone to do something together.
日本語: 「Let's」(Let us の短縮形)の後に動詞の原形を続けて、提案をしたり、相手を一緒に何かをするように誘ったりします。
Let's go to the park.
公園に行きましょう。
EN: 'Take a seat' is a polite and common way to invite someone to sit down, often used in both casual and semi-formal situations. It sounds softer and friendlier than simply saying 'Sit down'.
EN: Use the structure 'Subject + be verb + Adjective' to describe a person, place, or thing. You can connect two adjectives with 'and' to describe two qualities at the same time.
日本語: 「主語 + be動詞 + 形容詞」の構造を使って、人、場所、物事を説明します。「and」を使って形容詞を2つつなぎ、2つの特徴を同時に説明することもできます。
This room is big and bright.
この部屋は広くて明るいです。
EN: Use 'Let's' (short for 'Let us') followed by a base verb to make a suggestion or invite someone to do something together.
日本語: 「Let's」(Let us の短縮形)の後に動詞の原形を続けて、提案をしたり、相手を一緒に何かをするように誘ったりします。
Let's play tennis.
テニスをしましょう。
EN: Use 'Don't' followed by a basic verb to tell someone not to do something. This is a negative imperative sentence.
日本語: 「Don't」の後に動詞の原形を続けて、誰かに何かをしないように伝えます。これは否定命令文の使い方です。
Don't forget your keys.
鍵を忘れないでください。
EN: Use 'Let's' followed by a base verb to make a suggestion or invite someone to do an activity together.
日本語: 「Let's」(一緒に...しましょう)の後に動詞の原形を続けて、提案をしたり、誰かを一緒に何かをするように誘ったりします。
Let's play soccer after school.
放課後、一緒にサッカーをしましょう。
EN: In Western schools and museums, the 'art room' or 'art studio' is a dedicated space for creativity. It is common to express excitement about visiting these colorful and hands-on spaces.
EN: Use 'let's not + verb' to suggest that we should not do something. It is the negative form of 'let's'.
日本語: 「let's not + 動詞」を使って、私たちが何かをすべきではないと提案します。これは「let's(一緒に...しましょう)」の否定形です。
Let's not run in the classroom.
教室で走るのはやめましょう。
EN: Use 'a lot of' before both countable and uncountable nouns to show a large amount of something. It is very common in daily spoken English.
日本語: 「a lot of」は、可算名詞と不可算名詞の両方の前に使って、「たくさんの、大量の」という意味を表します。これは日常会話で非常に一般的です。
We have a lot of friends.
私たちにはたくさんの友達がいます。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, reassuring someone with 'Don't worry' followed by a practical reason (like having plenty of time) is a common way to reduce anxiety and show friendliness.
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: 駅
文中での意味: 規則、規定
文中での意味: 押す、押し合う
文中での意味: 空腹の
文中での意味: 静かな
文中での意味: 博物館
文中での意味: 叫ぶ、大声で言う
文中での意味: 触る、触れる
文中での意味: 全スタッフ、職員
文中での意味: (カメラの)フラッシュ、閃光
文中での意味: 注文する
文中での意味: 忘れる
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 obey or adhere to the established guidelines or regulations.
規則を守る
To wait in a queue or line of people.
列に並ぶ
To be careful or alert to danger.
気をつけて、注意して
To pay attention to or be careful of the door (especially when it is closing).
ドアに気をつけて、出入り口に注意して
Rules about what you must and must not do in a particular situation.
心得、すべきこととすべきでないこと
To sit down.
座る、着席する