書店

しょてん
JLPT:N2
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1A bookstore or bookshop — a general term covering everything from small independent shops to large chain stores.

Noun

Examples

駅前に新しい書店がオープンした。

A new bookstore opened in front of the station.

休みの日はよく書店で立ち読みをする。

On my days off, I often browse books at the bookstore without buying them.

大型書店なら探している専門書も見つかるだろう。

If it's a large bookstore, you'll probably find the specialized book you're looking for.

近所の書店が閉店してしまい、寂しく感じる。

The neighborhood bookstore has closed down, and it feels a bit sad.

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