1.
books, library materials
Books, especially in the context of libraries and institutional collections. A somewhat formal term for books.
USAGE: 図書 is primarily used in compound words related to libraries and book collections. For 'book' in general, 本 is more common.
COMMON COMPOUNDS:
- 図書館 (library - public building)
- 図書室 (library room - in schools)
- 図書カード (library card)
- 図書券 (book voucher/gift certificate)
- 図書委員 (library committee member)
- 図書目録 (book catalog)
- 参考図書 (reference books)
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