Japanese

しょさい
Meaning: study, library, den
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

書
斎

Example sentences

When my father finishes work, he usually stays in his study and reads.
この部屋は書斎と応接間を兼ねている。
This room serves as both a study and a reception room.
この部屋は、私の寝室兼書斎です。
This room is my bedroom and study.
祖父の書斎には、長年かけて集められた膨大な蔵書がある。
In my grandfather's study, there is a massive collection of books gathered over many years.
祖父の書斎には、何十年も前に出版された古書が並んでいる。
In my grandfather's study, old books published decades ago are lined up.
祖父は書斎で静かに葉巻きを燻らせていた。
My grandfather was quietly smoking a cigar in his study.
彼は明窓浄机の書斎で、静かに執筆活動に励んだ。
He dedicated himself to writing in his quiet, perfectly appointed study.
彼の書斎には朱墨爛然たる書籍が並んでいた。
His study was filled with books covered in red ink marks, showing his dedication.

Usage Notes

A room in a private house used for reading, writing, or studying.

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