意味
A welcoming phrase inviting a guest to feel comfortable and relaxed.
文化的背景
In the US, 'make yourself at home' often means 'help yourself to the fridge.' Americans value independence, so a host might feel they are being 'good' by letting you do things yourself. In the UK, it's a way to soften the social 'stiffness.' However, a guest will still usually wait for a specific offer of tea or coffee before actually doing anything. Hospitality is extremely high-context. While a host might say the equivalent of 'make yourself at home,' they will often insist on serving you personally rather than letting you help yourself. Directly telling someone to 'act like they are at home' can be confusing because Japanese homes have very specific rules (like taking off shoes). The focus is more on 'relaxing' within the rules.
The 'Fridge' Rule
In very close friendships, 'make yourself at home' literally means 'you can open my fridge without asking.'
Don't be TOO at home
Even if a host says this, don't do things like putting your feet on the dining table or entering their private bedroom unless invited!
意味
A welcoming phrase inviting a guest to feel comfortable and relaxed.
The 'Fridge' Rule
In very close friendships, 'make yourself at home' literally means 'you can open my fridge without asking.'
Don't be TOO at home
Even if a host says this, don't do things like putting your feet on the dining table or entering their private bedroom unless invited!
Plural Power
Always use 'yourselves' for a group. It makes you sound much more like a native speaker.
Shoes Off?
In many homes, 'making yourself at home' starts with taking your shoes off at the door. Watch the host to see what they do!
自分をテスト
Complete the sentence with the correct reflexive pronoun.
Welcome to my new apartment! Please, make ______ at home.
Since the speaker is likely talking to one person (implied by 'my new apartment' context), 'yourself' is the standard choice.
Which situation is the MOST appropriate for this phrase?
When should you say 'Make yourself at home'?
This phrase is specifically for hosting guests in a space you control.
Choose the best response to complete the dialogue.
Host: 'I'm so glad you could stay the weekend! Make yourself at home.' Guest: '_________________'
The guest should acknowledge the hospitality with thanks.
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ビジュアル学習ツール
What 'At Home' Means
Actions
- • Sit down
- • Take off coat
- • Relax
Feelings
- • Safe
- • Welcome
- • Not nervous
Places
- • Sofa
- • Kitchen
- • Guest room
練習問題バンク
3 問題Welcome to my new apartment! Please, make ______ at home.
Since the speaker is likely talking to one person (implied by 'my new apartment' context), 'yourself' is the standard choice.
When should you say 'Make yourself at home'?
This phrase is specifically for hosting guests in a space you control.
Host: 'I'm so glad you could stay the weekend! Make yourself at home.' Guest: '_________________'
The guest should acknowledge the hospitality with thanks.
🎉 スコア： /3
よくある質問
10 問It is always 'make yourself at home.' The 'at' is necessary.
No, it's too informal. Use 'Please, have a seat' or 'Please, be comfortable.'
The plural is 'Make yourselves at home.'
Not rude, but saying it makes you seem much warmer and more welcoming.
Usually no. It mostly refers to the common areas like the living room and kitchen.
Only if your boss is visiting YOUR house. Don't say it to them in their office!
'Make yourself at home' is an invitation/action. 'Feel at home' is the emotional state.
Yes, if you are inviting someone to stay at your house or Airbnb.
A simple 'Thank you!' or 'You have a lovely home' is perfect.
No, it is a standard idiomatic expression used by all ages.
関連フレーズ
Feel at home
synonymTo feel comfortable in a place.
Mi casa es su casa
similarMy house is your house.
Make yourself comfortable
similarRelax your body/posture.
Stay at home
contrastTo remain in one's own house.
