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A2 noun #3,000 よく出る 10分で読める

librairie

上位3,000

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解説 librairie in your Level:

At the A1 level, you should know that 'une librairie' is a place where you buy books. It is a feminine word. You can use simple sentences like 'Je vais à la librairie' (I am going to the bookstore) or 'J'aime cette librairie' (I like this bookstore). You should be careful not to confuse it with 'library' in English. Remember: Librairie = Buy. You will often see this word on signs in French towns. It is a basic building block for talking about your city and your hobbies, like reading. You might also learn that you can buy 'un stylo' (a pen) or 'un cahier' (a notebook) if the shop is a 'librairie-papeterie'.

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At the A2 level, you can start using 'librairie' in more complex ways. You should be able to describe what you do there: 'J'achète des romans à la librairie' (I buy novels at the bookstore). You can use prepositions like 'devant' (in front of) or 'derrière' (behind) to give directions using the bookstore as a landmark. You should also know the word for the person who works there: 'le libraire'. You can understand simple signs like 'Horaires de la librairie' (Bookstore hours). This level also introduces the idea of different types of stores, such as a 'librairie d'occasion' for used books.

At the B1 level, you should understand the cultural role of the 'librairie' in France. You can discuss why you prefer a small 'librairie de quartier' over a large website. You can use the word in the context of the 'chaîne du livre' (book supply chain) and talk about 'commander un livre' (ordering a book). You can also use it to describe social events: 'Il y a une dédicace à la librairie ce soir' (There is a book signing at the bookstore tonight). Your vocabulary should include related terms like 'rayon' (shelf/section) and 'conseil' (advice). You can also distinguish between a 'librairie' and a 'maison de la presse'.

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At the B2 level, you can engage in debates about the 'économie du livre' and the importance of the 'librairie indépendante' for local culture. You should be familiar with the 'Loi Lang' and how it protects bookstores from unfair competition. You can use 'librairie' in professional or academic contexts, such as discussing 'la diffusion en librairie' (distribution in bookstores). You can understand nuances like the difference between a 'librairie généraliste' and a 'librairie spécialisée'. You should also be able to write detailed reviews of bookstores, mentioning the atmosphere, the 'fonds' (the permanent collection of books), and the expertise of the 'libraires'.

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At the C1 level, 'librairie' becomes part of a sophisticated discourse on literature and society. You can analyze the 'librairie' as a 'lieu de sociabilité' (a place of social interaction) and its role in the 'vie de la cité'. You can use idiomatic expressions and understand literary references to famous bookstores like 'Shakespeare and Company' or 'La Procure'. You should be able to discuss the evolution of the 'métier de libraire' in the digital age. Your language should be precise, using terms like 'assortiment', 'office', and 'retour de livres'. You can also appreciate the historical etymology and how it diverged from the English 'library'.

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At the C2 level, you have a complete mastery of the word and its surrounding ecosystem. You can discuss the 'librairie' in the context of 'politiques culturelles' at a national level. You can write eloquent essays on the 'mort annoncée de la librairie physique' and argue for or against it with complex syntax. You understand the technicalities of 'librairie-conseil' labels and the prestige associated with certain historic establishments. You can navigate the most technical discussions regarding 'marges', 'remises', and 'taux de retour' within the industry. The word is no longer just a shop for you, but a complex symbol of French intellectual identity.

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Librairie means 'bookstore' in French, not 'library'.
It is a feminine noun: la librairie.
You go there to buy books, whereas you go to a bibliothèque to borrow them.
France has a very strong culture of independent bookstores protected by law.

The French word librairie is one of the most famous examples of a 'faux ami' or false friend for English speakers. While it sounds almost identical to the English word 'library', its meaning is strictly commercial. A librairie is a bookstore—a place where books are sold, not borrowed. In France, the bookstore is not merely a retail space; it is a vital cultural institution protected by specific laws, such as the 'Loi Lang' of 1981, which mandates a fixed price for books to prevent large chains from driving small, independent shops out of business. Consequently, you will find a thriving network of independent librairies in almost every neighborhood of a French city.

The Commercial Context: When you enter a librairie, you are a customer (un client). You are there to purchase (acheter) or browse (feuilleter) books that you intend to own. This distinguishes it from a bibliothèque, where you are a member (un adhérent) who borrows books for a limited time.

Je vais à la librairie pour acheter le dernier roman de mon auteur préféré.

The Role of the Libraire: The person who works in a librairie is called a libraire (bookseller). In French culture, the libraire is often seen as a literary advisor. It is very common to ask them for recommendations ('conseils de lecture'). Many shops feature 'coups de cœur du libraire', which are small handwritten notes tucked into books to explain why the staff loved them.

Le libraire m'a conseillé un excellent essai sur l'histoire de Paris.

Types of Bookstores: There are many specialized versions: a librairie d'occasion sells second-hand books, a librairie ancienne deals in rare or antique volumes, and a librairie-papeterie sells both books and stationery supplies like pens and notebooks.

Ma librairie de quartier propose également un rayon papeterie très fourni.

The word is deeply embedded in the French lifestyle, especially during the 'rentrée littéraire' in September, when hundreds of new books are released. During this time, librairies become the center of social and intellectual life, hosting readings and signings. Even in the age of digital e-books, the physical librairie remains a sacred space for the French, symbolizing a commitment to slow culture and tangible objects.

Pendant le confinement, les Français ont réclamé que la librairie soit considérée comme un commerce essentiel.

Il y a une petite librairie spécialisée en bandes dessinées juste au coin de la rue.

Using librairie correctly requires understanding its grammatical gender and common verb pairings. As a feminine noun, it is preceded by la, une, or cette. When you are going to the bookstore, you use the prepositional phrase à la librairie. If you are already inside, you are dans la librairie. Because it is a place of business, the verbs associated with it usually involve shopping, choosing, or asking for information.

Common Verbs: Verbs like acheter (to buy), commander (to order), chercher (to look for), and trouver (to find) are the most frequent companions to this noun. You might also 'flâner' (stroll or browse) through the aisles without a specific purchase in mind.

J'ai dû commander ce livre à la librairie car il n'était plus en rayon.

Specifying the Type: You can add adjectives to specify what kind of bookstore it is. For example, une librairie indépendante (independent bookstore), une librairie de quartier (local neighborhood bookstore), or une librairie spécialisée (specialty bookstore, like one for children or science fiction).

Nous aimons soutenir la librairie indépendante de notre centre-ville.

Prepositional Nuances: When talking about where you bought something, use 'en librairie' to refer to bookstores as a general category or 'à la librairie' for a specific shop. For example: 'Ce livre est disponible partout en librairie' (This book is available everywhere in bookstores).

Le nouveau guide de voyage sera disponible en librairie dès demain.

In more advanced contexts, you might discuss the 'chaîne du livre' (the book supply chain), where the librairie acts as the final link between the publisher and the reader. In this sense, it is often paired with words like diffusion (distribution) or stock. You will also see it used in the context of school supplies: 'La liste des manuels est disponible à la librairie scolaire'.

Cette librairie organise souvent des rencontres avec des écrivains contemporains.

Elle a passé toute l'après-midi à bouquiner dans une petite librairie du Quartier Latin.

You will encounter the word librairie in a variety of real-world French settings, ranging from casual daily errands to formal cultural broadcasts. Because France values its literary heritage so highly, the word appears frequently in media, signage, and social planning. If you are walking down a 'rue commerçante' (shopping street), you will likely see a sign that simply says 'LIBRAIRIE' in bold letters above a window filled with the latest bestsellers.

In the Media: Radio programs like 'La Grande Librairie' on France 5 are cultural staples. Here, the word represents not just a shop, but the entire world of literature and intellectual exchange. News reports often discuss the 'santé des librairies' (the health of bookstores) when talking about the economy or cultural trends.

Ce soir, l'émission 'La Grande librairie' reçoit trois romanciers célèbres.

Educational Settings: In a school context, teachers might tell students: 'Vous trouverez les cahiers d'exercices à la librairie du centre-ville.' Parents often discuss which librairie has the best stock of school manuals at the start of the academic year in September.

Le professeur nous a demandé d'acheter ce dictionnaire à la librairie.

Social Life: Friends might meet 'devant la librairie' (in front of the bookstore) as a convenient landmark. It is also a common topic of conversation: 'Tu as vu la nouvelle librairie qui a ouvert dans le quartier ?' (Have you seen the new bookstore that opened in the neighborhood?)

On se retrouve à quatorze heures devant la librairie Gibert Joseph.

Finally, in the professional world, someone might work in 'le secteur de la librairie', which refers to the retail book industry. This involves logistics, marketing, and curation. Whether you are a student, a professional, or a tourist, the word librairie will be a constant presence in your French-speaking environment, signaling a place of discovery and learning.

Il travaille comme gestionnaire de stock dans une grande librairie parisienne.

La librairie est située juste entre la boulangerie et la pharmacie.

The most frequent and frustrating mistake for English speakers is the confusion with the word 'library'. Because the words look and sound so similar, learners often say 'Je vais à la librairie pour emprunter un livre' (I am going to the bookstore to borrow a book). This is logically impossible in French because a librairie only sells books. You must use bibliothèque for borrowing.

The 'Emprunter' vs. 'Acheter' Error: If you use the verb emprunter (to borrow) with librairie, a native speaker will be confused. Always pair librairie with acheter (to buy) or payer (to pay). Conversely, never use acheter with bibliothèque unless the library is having a rare book sale.

Faux : J'ai emprunté ce roman à la librairie. (Correct : J'ai acheté ce roman à la librairie.)

Gender Confusion: Some learners mistakenly use the masculine article 'le' because they are thinking of 'le livre' (the book). However, librairie is feminine. It is always la librairie. Using the wrong gender can make your sentence sound clunky and hard to follow.

Faux : Je travaille dans un petit librairie. (Correct : Je travaille dans une petite librairie.)

Misusing 'Libraire': Do not confuse the person with the place. A libraire is the professional who works there. You go à la librairie (to the shop), not 'au libraire' (to the person), unless you are specifically referring to talking to them.

Il est allé à la librairie pour parler avec le libraire.

Another subtle mistake is using librairie when you actually mean a newsstand or 'tabac'. A librairie focuses primarily on books (novels, essays, comics). If you are looking for just a newspaper or a pack of cigarettes, you should look for a 'Presse' or a 'Bureau de Tabac'. Mixing these up might lead you to a shop that doesn't sell what you need.

Je ne trouve pas de journaux dans cette librairie car elle ne vend que des romans.

Est-ce que la librairie est ouverte pendant la pause déjeuner ?

While librairie is the standard term for a bookstore, French has several other words that describe similar or related establishments. Understanding these nuances will help you navigate a French city more effectively and sound more like a native speaker.

La Bibliothèque: This is the most important distinction. A bibliothèque is a library where you borrow books. In many French towns, the public library is called a 'Médiathèque' because it also offers DVDs, CDs, and internet access.

Je vais à la bibliothèque pour étudier, mais j'achète mes livres à la librairie.

La Bouquinerie: A bouquinerie is a shop specifically for second-hand books (livres d'occasion). The atmosphere is usually more cluttered and charming than a standard librairie. The sellers are called 'bouquinistes'.

On trouve des trésors cachés dans cette petite bouquinerie du centre-ville.

La Maison de la Presse: This is a combination of a newsstand and a small bookstore. You can buy newspapers, magazines, tobacco, and a selection of popular novels or bestsellers. It is less specialized than a dedicated librairie.

J'ai acheté mon magazine à la maison de la presse, car la librairie était fermée.

For large-scale shopping, you might hear 'Espace Culturel' or 'Grande Surface Culturelle' (like Fnac or Cultura). These are massive stores that sell books alongside electronics and music. While they function as librairies, people often refer to them by their brand names. Finally, papeterie refers to a shop that sells paper and office supplies; many librairies have a rayon papeterie (stationery section).

Il y a une grande Fnac qui fait office de librairie dans le centre commercial.

Cette librairie est spécialisée dans les livres d'art et d'architecture.

How Formal Is It?

豆知識

In Old French, 'librairie' could actually mean a library (collection of books), but by the 16th century, the meanings specialized, and 'bibliothèque' took over the meaning of a collection/borrowing place.

発音ガイド

UK /li.bʁɛ.ʁi/

US /li.bʁɛ.ʁi/

The stress is evenly distributed, but slightly falls on the final syllable 'rie'.

韻が合う語

Mairie Prairie Chérie Série Batterie Boulangerie Épicerie Boucherie

よくある間違い

Pronouncing it like the English word 'library'.
Ignoring the French 'r' sound.
Making the 'ai' sound like 'ay' instead of 'eh'.
Forgetting to make the 'i' sounds sharp and clear.
Stressing the first syllable too much.

難易度

読解 1/5

Very easy to recognize, though often misinterpreted by beginners.

ライティング 2/5

Simple spelling, but must remember it is feminine.

スピーキング 2/5

Requires mastering the French 'r' and clear 'i' sounds.

リスニング 1/5

Clearly pronounced and common in daily life.

次に学ぶべきこと

前提知識

Livre Acheter Magasin Lire La

次に学ぶ

Bibliothèque Libraire Rayon Commander Papeterie

上級

Édition Manuscrit Dédicace Rentrée littéraire Bouquiniste

知っておくべき文法

Feminine Noun Agreement

La librairie est ouverte (not ouvert).

Preposition 'à' with places

Je vais à la librairie (contraction check: à + la = à la).

Pluralization of -ie nouns

Une librairie -> des librairies (just add 's').

Using 'en' for general categories

On trouve ce livre en librairie.

Adjective placement

Une petite librairie (before) vs Une librairie moderne (after).

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レベル別の例文

Je vais à la librairie.

I am going to the bookstore.

Uses the feminine article 'la' with the preposition 'à'.

La librairie est grande.

The bookstore is big.

The adjective 'grande' agrees with the feminine noun 'librairie'.

Où est la librairie ?

Where is the bookstore?

Standard question structure for location.

J'achète un livre à la librairie.

I buy a book at the bookstore.

The verb 'acheter' is commonly paired with this noun.

C'est une belle librairie.

It is a beautiful bookstore.

The adjective 'belle' comes before the noun.

La librairie vend des stylos.

The bookstore sells pens.

Third person singular of the verb 'vendre'.

Ma mère travaille dans une librairie.

My mother works in a bookstore.

Preposition 'dans' indicates the place of work.

Il y a une librairie ici.

There is a bookstore here.

Uses the common expression 'il y a'.

Je cherche une librairie pour acheter un dictionnaire.

I am looking for a bookstore to buy a dictionary.

The infinitive 'acheter' follows 'pour' to show purpose.

Le libraire est très gentil avec les clients.

The bookseller is very kind to the customers.

The noun 'libraire' refers to the person working in the shop.

La librairie de mon quartier est fermée le lundi.

My neighborhood bookstore is closed on Mondays.

Days of the week with 'le' indicate a recurring schedule.

Nous aimons feuilleter les livres à la librairie.

We love to browse the books at the bookstore.

The verb 'feuilleter' means to flip through pages.

Cette librairie spécialisée vend des bandes dessinées.

This specialty bookstore sells comic books.

The adjective 'spécialisée' modifies 'librairie'.

Vous pouvez commander ce livre à la librairie.

You can order this book at the bookstore.

The modal verb 'pouvez' is followed by the infinitive 'commander'.

La librairie se trouve juste à côté de la banque.

The bookstore is located right next to the bank.

The reflexive verb 'se trouver' is used for location.

J'ai passé une heure dans la librairie hier.

I spent an hour in the bookstore yesterday.

Passé composé of the verb 'passer'.

Il est important de soutenir les librairies indépendantes.

It is important to support independent bookstores.

The structure 'Il est + adjective + de + infinitive'.

La librairie organise une rencontre avec un auteur célèbre.

The bookstore is organizing a meeting with a famous author.

Active voice with 'la librairie' as the subject.

J'ai trouvé une édition rare dans une librairie d'occasion.

I found a rare edition in a second-hand bookstore.

The term 'librairie d'occasion' refers to used books.

Le libraire m'a donné d'excellents conseils de lecture.

The bookseller gave me excellent reading advice.

Indirect object pronoun 'm'' (me).

Cette librairie possède un rayon jeunesse très impressionnant.

This bookstore has a very impressive children's section.

The noun 'rayon' means department or section.

Le livre sera disponible en librairie à partir de demain.

The book will be available in bookstores starting tomorrow.

The expression 'en librairie' refers to the general market.

Elle a décidé d'ouvrir sa propre petite librairie-café.

She decided to open her own little bookstore-café.

Compound noun 'librairie-café' describing a dual-purpose space.

Les librairies sont des lieux de culture essentiels.

Bookstores are essential places of culture.

Plural agreement for nouns and adjectives.

Le prix unique du livre protège la petite librairie française.

The fixed book price protects the small French bookstore.

Refers to the 'Loi Lang' legal concept.

La librairie doit s'adapter à la concurrence du commerce en ligne.

The bookstore must adapt to competition from online trade.

Refers to the struggle between physical and digital retail.

Ce libraire est connu pour ses coups de cœur très originaux.

This bookseller is known for his very original recommendations.

The idiom 'coup de cœur' means a personal favorite.

La vitrine de la librairie est magnifiquement décorée pour Noël.

The bookstore's window is beautifully decorated for Christmas.

The noun 'vitrine' means shop window.

Il a fait son stage de fin d'études dans une librairie d'art.

He did his final internship in an art bookstore.

The preposition 'dans' indicates the professional environment.

Les librairies indépendantes créent du lien social dans les villes.

Independent bookstores create social bonds in cities.

Sociological context of the word.

On peut trouver des ouvrages épuisés dans cette librairie ancienne.

One can find out-of-print works in this antique bookstore.

The term 'ouvrage épuisé' means out-of-print book.

Le réseau des librairies en France est l'un des plus denses au monde.

The network of bookstores in France is one of the densest in the world.

Superlative construction 'l'un des plus... au monde'.

La librairie est le dernier rempart contre la standardisation culturelle.

The bookstore is the last rampart against cultural standardization.

Metaphorical use of 'rempart'.

L'assortiment de cette librairie témoigne d'une grande érudition.

The selection of this bookstore testifies to great erudition.

The word 'assortiment' refers to the curated stock.

Elle anime régulièrement des cercles de lecture au sein de la librairie.

She regularly hosts book clubs within the bookstore.

The formal prepositional phrase 'au sein de'.

La librairie de quartier joue un rôle de médiateur culturel de proximité.

The neighborhood bookstore plays a role as a local cultural mediator.

Abstract professional terminology.

Certaines librairies historiques sont classées aux monuments historiques.

Some historic bookstores are listed as historical monuments.

Passive voice 'sont classées'.

Le métier de libraire exige une veille bibliographique constante.

The bookseller profession requires constant bibliographic monitoring.

Technical term 'veille bibliographique'.

La librairie est un espace de flânerie intellectuelle incomparable.

The bookstore is an incomparable space for intellectual wandering.

Uses the culturally significant word 'flânerie'.

L'implantation d'une librairie peut revitaliser un centre-ville en déclin.

The establishment of a bookstore can revitalize a declining city center.

Focus on urban planning and economics.

La librairie cristallise les tensions entre commerce physique et dématérialisation.

The bookstore crystallizes the tensions between physical trade and dematerialization.

High-level abstract verb 'cristalliser'.

Le libraire officie comme un véritable passeur de textes et d'idées.

The bookseller serves as a true conveyor of texts and ideas.

The term 'passeur' implies a deep cultural role.

On ne saurait sous-estimer l'impact symbolique de la librairie dans l'imaginaire français.

One cannot underestimate the symbolic impact of the bookstore in the French imagination.

Formal negative 'ne saurait' without 'pas'.

La pérennité des librairies dépend d'un équilibre fragile entre passion et rentabilité.

The sustainability of bookstores depends on a fragile balance between passion and profitability.

Sophisticated vocabulary for business sustainability.

La librairie se conçoit comme un sanctuaire dédié à la matérialité de l'objet-livre.

The bookstore is conceived as a sanctuary dedicated to the materiality of the book-object.

Pronominal passive 'se conçoit'.

L'effervescence des librairies lors de la rentrée littéraire est un phénomène unique.

The excitement of bookstores during the literary season is a unique phenomenon.

Abstract noun 'effervescence'.

La librairie indépendante constitue un maillage territorial indispensable à la démocratie.

The independent bookstore constitutes a territorial network indispensable to democracy.

Political and social terminology.

La librairie est le lieu où s'opère la rencontre fortuite entre le lecteur et l'œuvre.

The bookstore is the place where the chance encounter between the reader and the work occurs.

Complex relative clause with 'où'.

よく使う組み合わせ

Librairie de quartier

En librairie

Librairie spécialisée

Rayon de librairie

Librairie indépendante

Tenir une librairie

Librairie ancienne

Fermeture de librairies

Librairie en ligne

Vitrine de librairie

よく使うフレーズ

Aller à la librairie

— To go to the bookstore to buy something.

Je dois aller à la librairie pour acheter un cadeau.

Disponible en librairie

— Available for purchase in stores.

Le dernier tome est enfin disponible en librairie.

Commander à la librairie

— To ask the bookstore to order a book they don't have in stock.

Si le livre n'est pas là, vous pouvez le commander à la librairie.

Travailler en librairie

— To have a job as a bookseller.

Elle travaille en librairie depuis dix ans.

Sortie en librairie

— The official release date of a book.

La sortie en librairie est prévue pour mardi prochain.

Passer à la librairie

— To stop by the bookstore briefly.

Je vais passer à la librairie en rentrant du travail.

Trouver en librairie

— To find a book in a shop.

On peut trouver ce guide dans toutes les bonnes librairies.

Librairie de confiance

— A bookstore that one regularly visits and trusts for advice.

C'est ma librairie de confiance pour mes lectures d'été.

Rayon de la librairie

— A specific section within the bookstore.

Le rayon poésie de cette librairie est très riche.

Faire le tour des librairies

— To visit several bookstores in search of something.

J'ai fait le tour des librairies pour trouver cet ouvrage rare.

よく混同される語

librairie vs Bibliothèque

A library for borrowing books. This is the #1 confusion.

librairie vs Libraire

The person (bookseller) vs the place (bookstore).

librairie vs Papeterie

A shop for stationery, though often combined with a librairie.

慣用句と表現

"Coup de cœur du libraire"

— A staff recommendation, often marked with a tag.

J'ai choisi ce roman car c'était un coup de cœur du libraire.

Professional/Cultural

"Rat de librairie"

— A 'bookworm' who spends all their time in bookstores (similar to 'rat de bibliothèque').

C'est un vrai rat de librairie, il connaît toutes les nouveautés.

Informal

"Courir les librairies"

— To go from one bookstore to another looking for a specific book.

Elle a couru les librairies tout l'après-midi pour ce cadeau.

Neutral

"Dormir en librairie"

— When a book stays on the shelf for a long time without being sold.

Ce stock de vieux manuels dort en librairie depuis des mois.

Industry Slang

"Faire l'office"

— The process of a bookstore receiving new releases from publishers.

Le mardi est le jour où nous faisons l'office à la librairie.

Professional

"Mettre en avant"

— To display a book prominently in the shop or window.

Nous allons mettre en avant ce premier roman cette semaine.

Professional

"Retourner à l'envoyeur"

— To send unsold books back to the publisher (common in the industry).

Il a fallu retourner beaucoup de livres à la librairie ce mois-ci.

Neutral/Professional

"Tenir le haut du pavé"

— To be a bestseller or very prominent in bookstores.

Ce polar tient le haut du pavé dans toutes les librairies.

Figurative

"Être en tête de rayon"

— To be displayed at the very end of a shelf where it is most visible.

Le nouveau prix Goncourt est déjà en tête de rayon.

Professional

"Vider les rayons"

— When a shop is very successful and sells everything quickly.

Les clients ont vidé les rayons de la librairie avant Noël.

Informal

間違えやすい

librairie vs Bibliothèque

Phonetic and orthographic similarity to 'library'.

A 'librairie' is for buying books; a 'bibliothèque' is for borrowing books for free.

Je vais à la bibliothèque pour emprunter un livre, puis à la librairie pour en acheter un.

librairie vs Libraire

Similar root and spelling.

A 'libraire' is the human professional; a 'librairie' is the physical shop.

La libraire travaille dans une grande librairie.

librairie vs Livre

The root word for both.

A 'livre' is the object (book); a 'librairie' is the place that sells it.

J'achète un livre dans cette librairie.

librairie vs Liberté

Similar beginning (lib-).

Liberté means freedom; librairie means bookstore. No functional connection.

La liberté de lire commence à la librairie.

librairie vs Bouquinerie

Both sell books.

A 'bouquinerie' sells used books; a 'librairie' usually focuses on new ones.

Cette bouquinerie est moins chère que la librairie neuve.

文型パターン

Je vais à la [place].

Je vais à la librairie.

J'achète [object] à la librairie.

J'achète un dictionnaire à la librairie.

C'est une librairie qui [verb]...

C'est une librairie qui vend des livres anciens.

Bien que ce soit une petite librairie, [clause].

Bien que ce soit une petite librairie, elle a beaucoup de choix.

La librairie constitue un [noun] pour [noun].

La librairie constitue un refuge pour les lecteurs.

Où est la [place] ?

Où est la librairie ?

Il y a une [adjective] librairie [preposition]...

Il y a une petite librairie près d'ici.

Je vous conseille cette librairie car...

Je vous conseille cette librairie car le libraire est expert.

語族

名詞

Libre (free/at liberty - related root)

Libraire (bookseller)

Livre (book)

Livret (booklet)

動詞

Livrer (to deliver - related to 'livre')

Bouquiner (to read/browse - related context)

形容詞

Livresque (bookish)

Libre (free)

使い方

frequency

Very high in urban environments and cultural discussions.

よくある間違い

Je vais à la librairie pour emprunter un livre. → Je vais à la bibliothèque pour emprunter un livre.
You cannot borrow books from a librairie; it is a store where you buy them.
J'ai acheté ce livre au librairie. → J'ai acheté ce livre à la librairie.
Librairie is a feminine noun, so you must use 'à la' instead of 'au'.
C'est un bon librairie. → C'est une bonne librairie.
The adjective must agree with the feminine gender of the noun.
Le librairie m'a conseillé un roman. → Le libraire m'a conseillé un roman.
The person is a 'libraire', while the shop is a 'librairie'.
Je cherche le library. → Je cherche la librairie (bookstore) / la bibliothèque (library).
Never use the English word 'library' when speaking French; it will not be understood.

ヒント

The 'Buy' Rule

Associate 'Librairie' with 'Luxury'—you have to pay for luxury, just like you pay for books at a librairie. Libraries are free, bookstores are not.

Feminine Ending

Nouns ending in '-ie' in French are almost always feminine. Use this rule to remember 'la librairie' without hesitation.

Greeting the Bookseller

In France, it is polite to say 'Bonjour' when you enter a small librairie. It is considered a social space, not just a supermarket.

Ask for Advice

Don't be afraid to ask the libraire for a 'conseil'. They take pride in their knowledge and love helping customers find the perfect book.

Ordering Books

If a librairie doesn't have a book, they can usually order it for you ('commander'). It usually arrives in 2-3 days, which is often faster than shipping!

Look for the Sign

In France, bookstore signs are often very artistic. Look for the word 'Librairie' in gold or stylized letters on the storefront.

Radio and TV

Listen for 'La Grande Librairie' on French TV. It is a great way to hear the word used in a high-level cultural context.

Stop the Library Habit

Every time you want to say 'library' in French, pause and think: 'Am I paying?' If yes, use librairie. If no, use bibliothèque.

The Libraire Profession

Being a libraire in France requires specific training. It is a respected profession, not just a retail job.

Landmarks

Use 'la librairie' as a landmark when giving or receiving directions. They are usually well-known spots in the neighborhood.

暗記しよう

記憶術

Think of the word 'LIBRAIRIE' and visualize a 'LIBRA' (scales) weighing a book against money. Money means you are buying it, so it is a bookstore.

視覚的連想

Imagine a shop window with a giant price tag on a book. This reinforces that you pay for items here.

Word Web

Livre Acheter Libraire Roman Papeterie Rayon Prix Client

チャレンジ

Write down five things you would buy in a librairie-papeterie and share them with a friend.

語源

From the Latin 'libraria', which referred to a place where books were kept or sold. While English used 'library' for the collection of books, French kept 'librairie' for the shop.

元の意味： A place for books.

Romance (Latin)

文化的な背景

No specific sensitivities, but respect the quiet atmosphere when entering a traditional French bookstore.

English speakers must unlearn the habit of using this word for a public library. It is the most common error for beginners.

La Grande Librairie (TV show) Shakespeare and Company (famous English bookstore in Paris) Gibert Joseph (famous French bookstore chain)

実生活で練習する

実際の使用場面

Shopping

Je voudrais acheter ce livre.
Combien coûte ce dictionnaire ?
Avez-vous le dernier roman de Musso ?
Je cherche le rayon jeunesse.

Giving Directions

Tournez à gauche après la librairie.
La librairie est en face de la poste.
C'est une grande librairie avec une devanture bleue.
Cherchez l'enseigne de la librairie.

School/Education

Les manuels sont à la librairie scolaire.
J'ai besoin d'un cahier de la librairie.
Le prof a dit d'aller à la librairie.
La liste est disponible à la librairie.

Socializing

On se voit à la librairie ?
Il y a une lecture à la librairie ce soir.
Tu connais une bonne librairie ?
J'adore l'ambiance de cette librairie.

Work/Business

Le livre est en stock à la librairie.
Nous livrons les librairies demain.
Elle gère une petite librairie.
Le marché de la librairie évolue.

会話のきっかけ

"Quelle est ta librairie préférée dans cette ville ?"

"Est-ce que tu préfères acheter tes livres à la librairie ou en ligne ?"

"Est-ce qu'il y a une bonne librairie d'occasion près de chez toi ?"

"Quand as-tu été à la librairie pour la dernière fois ?"

"Est-ce que tu demandes souvent des conseils au libraire ?"

日記のテーマ

Décrivez l'odeur et l'ambiance de votre librairie idéale.

Pourquoi est-il important de garder des librairies physiques dans nos villes ?

Racontez un souvenir d'un livre que vous avez découvert par hasard dans une librairie.

Si vous deviez ouvrir une librairie spécialisée, quel serait son thème ?

Comparez votre expérience à la librairie et à la bibliothèque.

よくある質問

10 問

No, in modern French, 'librairie' exclusively means a bookstore. If you want to say 'library', you must use the word 'bibliothèque'. Confusing the two is a very common mistake for English speakers because of the English word 'library'.

It is a feminine noun. You should always use feminine articles like 'la', 'une', or 'cette'. For example, 'La librairie est ouverte' (The bookstore is open).

It is a shop that sells both books and stationery supplies like pens, notebooks, and greeting cards. These are very common in smaller French towns where one shop serves multiple needs.

No, you cannot borrow books from a 'librairie'. You must buy them. If you want to borrow books for free, you need to find a 'bibliothèque' or a 'médiathèque'.

The person is called 'un libraire' (masculine) or 'une libraire' (feminine). They are professional booksellers who can often give you advice on what to read.

Yes, Fnac is a large chain that includes a very big 'rayon librairie' (bookstore section). However, people usually refer to it by its name rather than calling it a 'librairie'.

France has a law called the 'Loi Lang' which fixes the price of books. This means big stores cannot sell books much cheaper than small ones, allowing independent 'librairies' to survive and thrive.

This is a common expression used in advertisements to mean 'available in stores'. For example, 'Le nouveau roman est maintenant en librairie' means the book is now on sale.

It is a bookstore that sells second-hand or used books. These are often cheaper and can contain rare or out-of-print editions.

You say 'Je suis à la librairie'. Remember to use the prepositional phrase 'à la' for feminine locations.

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