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A1 noun #3,179 よく出る 9分で読める

教室

kyōshitsu 上位3,179

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解説教室 in your Level:

At the A1 level, '教室' (kyōshitsu) is introduced as a basic noun representing the physical classroom. Learners focus on identifying where people and things are located using 'ni imasu' and 'ni arimasu'. You will learn to say simple things like 'Sensei wa kyōshitsu ni imasu' (The teacher is in the classroom) or 'Kyōshitsu ni tsukue ga arimasu' (There are desks in the classroom). The focus is on the concrete, physical room within a school building. You might also encounter it in the context of 'Where is the classroom?' (Kyōshitsu wa doko desu ka?). It is one of the first 500 words a Japanese learner typically masters because it is central to the environment of a language student. Understanding the basic kanji for 'teach' (教) and 'room' (室) is also a key part of A1 literacy.

At the A2 level, learners begin to use '教室' with a wider variety of verbs and particles. You will move beyond simple existence to describing actions taking place in the classroom using the particle 'de' (e.g., 'Kyōshitsu de nihongo o benkyō shimasu'). You will also learn about specific types of classrooms, such as 'ongaku-kyōshitsu' (music classroom). At this level, the second meaning of 'kyōshitsu'—referring to private hobby classes or lessons—is introduced. You might say 'Watashi wa ryōri-kyōshitsu ni ikimasu' (I go to a cooking class). You will also learn to follow directions involving classrooms, such as 'Go to the third classroom on the left'. The distinction between 'classroom' and 'school' (gakkō) becomes more important as you describe your daily routines in more detail.

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At the B1 level, '教室' is used in more complex sentence structures, including relative clauses and conditional forms. You might describe the atmosphere of a classroom (e.g., 'Kyōshitsu no fun'iki ga ii' - The atmosphere of the classroom is good). You will also start to use the word in the context of social responsibilities, such as cleaning the classroom ('Kyōshitsu no sōji o suru'). B1 learners should understand the difference between 'kyōshitsu' (the room/program) and 'jugyō' (the actual lesson). You will also encounter 'kyōshitsu' in more formal school-related documents or news stories about education. For example, discussing 'Giga-kyōshitsu' (digital classrooms) or modern educational facilities. Your ability to describe the state of the classroom (e.g., 'The classroom where the students were studying') becomes more fluid.

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At the B2 level, the word '教室' appears in more abstract and professional contexts. You might read academic articles about 'Kyōshitsu-nai no komyunikēshon' (communication within the classroom) or 'Kyōshitsu-zukuri' (creating a classroom environment). You will understand the use of 'kyōshitsu' as a suffix for academic departments in universities (e.g., 'Naika-kyōshitsu' meaning the Department of Internal Medicine). At this level, you are expected to understand the nuance of using 'kyōshitsu' versus 'sukūru' or 'juku' in various business and social contexts. You can discuss the social implications of classroom dynamics, the history of the Japanese classroom system, and how 'kyōshitsu' functions as a community space. You will also be familiar with idiomatic or metaphorical uses in literature or high-level journalism.

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At the C1 level, '教室' is integrated into sophisticated discussions about pedagogy, social psychology, and institutional structures. You will analyze the 'classroom' as a social construct and how it influences student behavior. You might encounter the term in complex legal or policy-related texts regarding school safety, infrastructure, or digital transformation. You can distinguish between the subtle registers of 'kyōshitsu' in different historical periods, such as the 'Terakoya' classrooms of the Edo period versus modern 'Smart Classrooms'. You will be able to debate the pros and cons of 'open classrooms' (ōpun kyōshitsu) versus traditional layouts using academic vocabulary. Your understanding of the word is no longer just about a room, but about the systemic and cultural weight the concept of 'the classroom' holds in Japanese society.

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At the C2 level, your command of '教室' is near-native, allowing you to appreciate its use in classical and modern literature where the classroom serves as a profound metaphor for growth, isolation, or societal change. You can navigate the most technical uses of the word in specialized fields like architecture (classroom design theory) or advanced medicine (research laboratories). You understand the etymological roots of the kanji in Classical Chinese and how the concept of 'the room of teaching' has evolved over centuries. You can use the word with perfect precision in high-level academic writing, identifying the 'kyōshitsu' as a locus of cultural transmission. You are also sensitive to the emotional and nostalgic connotations the word carries in the Japanese psyche, allowing you to use it effectively in creative writing or persuasive oratory.

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教室 30秒で

Kyōshitsu means classroom, the physical room in a school.
It also refers to private hobby schools or lesson programs.
Commonly used with particles 'ni' (location) and 'de' (action).
It is a central concept in Japanese school life and community learning.

The word 教室 (きょうしつ - kyōshitsu) is a foundational Japanese noun that every learner encounters early in their journey. At its most literal level, it translates to 'classroom'—the physical space within a school where teaching and learning occur. However, its usage extends beyond the four walls of a traditional school building. In Japanese culture, kyōshitsu represents both a physical location and a specific educational program or private lesson series. For instance, if you are taking a weekend pottery class or a private piano lesson, you might refer to that entire endeavor as a 'pottery kyōshitsu' or 'piano kyōshitsu'. This dual nature makes it a versatile term for anyone engaged in the pursuit of knowledge or skill development.

Primary Physical Meaning: A room in an elementary school, high school, or university equipped with desks, chairs, and a blackboard for formal education.

放課後の教室はとても静かです。(The classroom after school is very quiet.)

In a broader context, the word is used to describe specific 'schools' or 'workshops' that focus on a single craft. This is particularly common for extracurricular activities. You will see signs for 料理教室 (ryōri kyōshitsu - cooking class) or 書道教室 (shodō kyōshitsu - calligraphy school). In these cases, it doesn't just mean the room; it refers to the institution or the course itself. When someone asks 'Where do you go?', answering with the name of a kyōshitsu implies a regular commitment to learning that specific subject.

Educational Context: Used to denote the specific department or laboratory in higher academic settings, such as a medical school department.

駅の近くに新しいパソコン教室ができました。(A new computer school opened near the station.)

Furthermore, the concept of the classroom in Japan is deeply tied to the idea of community and responsibility. Students are often responsible for cleaning their own kyōshitsu (a practice called sōji), which fosters a sense of ownership and respect for the learning environment. Therefore, when a Japanese person speaks of their classroom, they are often speaking of a space that is a 'home base' for their social and academic life during their formative years.

Extended Meaning: Can refer to an online learning environment, though 'virtual classroom' is often specified as バーチャル教室 (bācharu kyōshitsu).

この教室では、初心者から上級者まで学べます。(In this class/school, everyone from beginners to advanced students can learn.)

彼は数学の教室へ向かいました。(He headed toward the mathematics classroom.)

母は毎週金曜日に生け花教室に通っています。(My mother goes to a flower arrangement class every Friday.)

Using 教室 (kyōshitsu) correctly involves understanding its role as a location-based noun. Most commonly, it is paired with particles like ni (at/in), de (at - for actions), and e (to). Since it represents a physical space, you will often use it with verbs of existence like arimasu or imasu, or verbs of motion like ikimasu. For learners, the most important pattern is [Subject] + wa + [Kyōshitsu] + ni + [Verb].

Existence and Location: Describing who or what is inside the room. Use 'ni imasu' for people and 'ni arimasu' for objects.

先生は教室にいます。(The teacher is in the classroom.)

When you are performing an action within the classroom, such as studying, eating, or cleaning, the particle de is required. This marks the classroom as the 'stage' where the activity occurs. It is a common mistake for beginners to use ni when they should use de. Remember: ni is for static presence, de is for dynamic action.

Action in the Room: Identifying the classroom as the location of an activity.

私たちは教室で日本語を勉強します。(We study Japanese in the classroom.)

When kyōshitsu refers to a private lesson or hobby class, the grammar remains similar, but the context shifts. You might 'enter' a class (kyōshitsu ni hairu) which can mean physically entering the room or metaphorically enrolling in the course. If you are describing the classroom of a specific subject, you place the subject before kyōshitsu, often without a particle in compound nouns (e.g., ongaku-kyōshitsu for music class).

Regular Attendance: Describing the habit of going to a specific type of lesson or school.

私はテニス教室に通っています。(I am attending a tennis school/class.)

その教室は3階にあります。(That classroom is on the third floor.)

1番目の教室に入ってください。(Please enter the first classroom.)

In Japan, you will hear 教室 (kyōshitsu) in a variety of daily settings, ranging from the highly formal to the everyday casual. In schools, the word is ubiquitous. Teachers use it in instructions ('Return to the classroom!'), and students use it when discussing their schedules. In public spaces like community centers (kōminkan), you will see posters advertising various kyōshitsu for seniors, children, or hobbyists. These might include 'health classes', 'smartphone classes', or 'foreign language classes'.

School Announcements: Broadcasts through school speakers often mention classroom numbers or specific locations.

生徒の皆さんは、速やかに教室に戻ってください。(All students, please return to your classrooms immediately.)

In popular media, particularly anime and manga set in high schools, the kyōshitsu is the primary stage for character development. You will hear characters talking about meeting in the classroom after school or during lunch breaks. The word carries a nostalgic weight for many Japanese adults, evoking memories of their youth, school festivals, and the specific atmosphere of their 'home' classroom. In dramas, a detective might ask, 'Was the suspect in the classroom at 4 PM?'

In the business world, kyōshitsu is heard when discussing employee training or corporate workshops. A company might host a 'mental health classroom' or a 'new technology classroom' for its staff. Additionally, in urban areas, you will frequently see signs for 'Juku' (cram schools) that identify themselves as specialized kyōshitsu. When walking through a Japanese city, look for the kanji 教室 on second-story windows—these are almost always private tutoring or hobby spaces.

Commercial Advertisements: Flyers and commercials promoting 'free trial lessons' (taiken kyōshitsu).

今なら、お試し教室が無料です！(Right now, the trial class is free!)

音楽教室の月謝はいくらですか？(How much is the monthly fee for the music school?)

放課後の教室で待ち合わせましょう。(Let's meet in the classroom after school.)

While 教室 (kyōshitsu) is a simple word, learners often misuse it by confusing it with related terms like jugyō (lesson/class), kurabu (club), or gakkō (school). The most common error is using kyōshitsu to mean the 'act of teaching' rather than the 'place of teaching' or the 'program'. For example, you cannot 'do a classroom' (kyōshitsu o suru) when you mean you are 'having a lesson' (jugyō o ukeru).

Confusion with 'Jugyō': Learners often say 'Kyōshitsu ga arimasu' when they mean 'I have a class (lesson) today'. While technically possible, it usually means 'The room exists'. Use 'Jugyō ga arimasu' for the schedule.

❌ 私は今、教室をしています。(I am doing a classroom - Incorrect)
✅ 私は今、授業を受けています。(I am taking a lesson - Correct)

Another mistake involves the particle usage for location. As mentioned in the grammar section, students frequently use ni for actions. Saying 'Kyōshitsu ni benkyō shimasu' is grammatically incorrect because benkyō suru is an active verb. You must use de. Additionally, learners sometimes confuse kyōshitsu with shitsu. Shitsu is a suffix for rooms (like jimushitsu - office), but kyōshitsu is the specific word for a classroom. You shouldn't just say 'shitsu' when you mean classroom.

Mistaking 'Kyōshitsu' for 'Gakkō': If you are going to the building as a whole, use 'gakkō'. If you are going to the specific room within the building, use 'kyōshitsu'.

明日、教室に行きます。(I'm going to the classroom - implies a specific room/lesson, not just the school building.)

Finally, remember that in Japan, classrooms are numbered or named (e.g., Room 101, or Science Room). When referring to these, the word kyōshitsu is often combined with other nouns. Saying 'The science classroom' as 'Kagaku no kyōshitsu' is fine, but 'Rika-shitsu' is the more natural, common term used in schools. Over-using the full word kyōshitsu for specialized rooms is a mark of a beginner.

❌ 音楽の教室はどこですか？(Natural, but...)
✅ 音楽室はどこですか？(More common/natural in a school setting.)

彼は教室で寝てしまいました。(He ended up falling asleep in the classroom.)

To truly master 教室 (kyōshitsu), you must understand how it differs from other words meaning 'room', 'class', or 'lesson'. Japanese has a very specific vocabulary for different types of educational spaces. Choosing the wrong one can lead to confusion about whether you are talking about a physical space, a scheduled event, or a large institution.

Kyōshitsu vs. Jugyō: 'Kyōshitsu' is the place or the organizational entity (like a school). 'Jugyō' is the actual lesson or lecture. You attend a 'kyōshitsu' to take a 'jugyō'.

Kyōshitsu vs. Kōgishitsu: 'Kyōshitsu' is typical for K-12 schools. 'Kōgishitsu' (lecture room) is the standard term used in universities for larger rooms where lectures (kōgi) are held.

Another common point of confusion is Kurasu (クラス). While kyōshitsu refers to the room, kurasu refers to the group of people (the classmates). If you say 'My class is fun', you should use kurasu. If you say 'My class is small', and you mean the room size, use kyōshitsu. If you mean the number of people, use kurasu. In private hobby settings, Sukūru (スクール) is also used, particularly for sports or English conversation schools (Eikaiwa sukūru).

Kyōshitsu vs. Juku: 'Juku' specifically refers to academic cram schools. While a 'juku' contains 'kyōshitsu', 'kyōshitsu' is a broader term that includes art, dance, and music schools.

私の教室は2階ですが、私のクラスはとても賑やかです。(My classroom is on the 2nd floor, but my class [group of people] is very lively.)

In summary, use kyōshitsu for the physical room in a school or the name of a private hobby institution. Use jugyō for the activity of teaching, kurasu for the group of students, and kōgishitsu for university settings. Understanding these nuances will help you sound much more natural in Japanese conversations about education and learning.

新しいダンス教室を探しています。(I am looking for a new dance school/class.)

会議室と教室を間違えないでください。(Please don't mistake the meeting room for the classroom.)

How Formal Is It?

フォーマル

ニュートラル

カジュアル

Child friendly

スラング

豆知識

In the past, educational spaces weren't called 'kyōshitsu' but 'terakoya' (temple schools). The term 'kyōshitsu' became standardized during the modernization of the Japanese education system in the Meiji era.

発音ガイド

UK kjɔː.ʃi.tsu

US kjoʊ.ʃi.tsu

Japanese is pitch-accented. In 'kyōshitsu', the pitch typically starts low on 'kyo', rises on 'o', and remains relatively high on 'shitsu' (Heiban pattern in some dialects, but often varies).

韻が合う語

室 (shitsu) 失 (shitsu) 実 (jitsu) 日 (jitsu) 筆 (hitsu) 質 (shitsu) 律 (ritsu) 術 (jutsu)

よくある間違い

Pronouncing 'kyo' as two syllables 'kee-oh'. It should be one.
Pronouncing 'tsu' as 'su' (missing the 't' sound).
Making the 'u' at the end of 'shitsu' too long; in many dialects, it's almost silent (kyōshits).
Stress-accenting the first syllable like English 'CLASS-room'.
Confusing the long 'ō' with a short 'o'.

難易度

読解 1/5

The kanji are very common and taught early. They are clear and distinct.

ライティング 2/5

The kanji for 'teach' (教) has many strokes, but is fundamental for learners.

スピーキング 1/5

Pronunciation is straightforward, though 'tsu' can be tricky for some.

リスニング 1/5

Easily recognizable in school settings and media.

次に学ぶべきこと

前提知識

学校 (School) 先生 (Teacher) 部屋 (Room) 勉強 (Study) 中 (Inside)

次に学ぶ

授業 (Lesson) 教科書 (Textbook) 机 (Desk) 椅子 (Chair) 黒板 (Blackboard)

上級

教育学 (Pedagogy) 講義棟 (Lecture building) ゼミ室 (Seminar room) 教職 (Teaching profession) 学級崩壊 (Classroom breakdown/chaos)

知っておくべき文法

Location Particle 'ni'

教室にいます。(I am in the classroom.)

Action Particle 'de'

教室で勉強します。(I study in the classroom.)

Compound Noun Formation

料理 + 教室 = 料理教室 (Cooking class)

Directional Particle 'e'

教室へ行きます。(I go to the classroom.)

Topic Marker 'wa' with Location

教室はあそこです。(The classroom is over there.)

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ここは教室です。

This is a classroom.

Basic 'A wa B desu' structure.

教室に先生がいます。

The teacher is in the classroom.

Using 'ni imasu' for the existence of people.

教室はどこですか？

Where is the classroom?

Asking for location.

大きな教室ですね。

It's a big classroom, isn't it?

Using 'na' adjectives to describe the noun.

教室に机があります。

There are desks in the classroom.

Using 'ni arimasu' for inanimate objects.

あの教室へ行きましょう。

Let's go to that classroom.

Using 'e' for direction and 'mashō' for suggestion.

教室はきれいです。

The classroom is clean.

Describing the state of a noun.

これは私の教室です。

This is my classroom.

Possessive 'no' with 'kyōshitsu'.

教室で日本語を勉強します。

I study Japanese in the classroom.

Using 'de' to mark the location of an action.

料理教室に通っています。

I am attending a cooking class.

Using 'kayou' to mean regular attendance.

教室の窓を閉めてください。

Please close the classroom window.

Object marker 'o' and polite request 'kudasai'.

となりの教室は静かです。

The classroom next door is quiet.

Using 'tonari' (next door) as a modifier.

教室に誰もいませんでした。

There was no one in the classroom.

Negative existence 'dare mo imasen deshita'.

ピアノ教室を探しています。

I am looking for a piano school.

Searching for a specific type of 'kyōshitsu'.

教室にカバンを忘れました。

I forgot my bag in the classroom.

Using 'ni' to mark the location where something was left.

新しい教室は3階にあります。

The new classroom is on the third floor.

Combining location and floor levels.

教室に入るとき、挨拶をします。

When I enter the classroom, I greet people.

Using 'toki' (when) to describe timing.

この教室は、いつもきれいに掃除されています。

This classroom is always cleaned beautifully.

Passive voice 'sōji sarete iru'.

教室がうるさくて、先生の声が聞こえません。

The classroom is so noisy that I can't hear the teacher's voice.

Using 'te' form for cause and effect.

放課後の教室で、友達と将来について話しました。

I talked with my friend about the future in the classroom after school.

Compound time noun 'hōkago' (after school).

その教室には、最新のコンピューターが揃っています。

That classroom is equipped with the latest computers.

Using 'sorotte iru' to mean fully equipped/gathered.

彼は、どの教室に行けばいいか分かりませんでした。

He didn't know which classroom he should go to.

Indirect question with 'ba ii ka'.

教室の雰囲気が変わったように感じました。

I felt as if the atmosphere of the classroom had changed.

Using 'yō ni kanjiru' for appearance/feeling.

子供のために、良い英語教室を選びたいです。

I want to choose a good English school for my child.

Using 'tame ni' (for the sake of).

教室の壁には、生徒たちの作品が飾られています。

Students' works are displayed on the classroom walls.

Using 'te aru' to describe a state resulting from an action.

デジタル技術の導入により、教室のあり方が変わりつつあります。

With the introduction of digital technology, the nature of the classroom is changing.

Using 'tsutsu aru' for an ongoing change.

彼は医学部の第一内科教室に所属しています。

He belongs to the First Department of Internal Medicine in the Faculty of Medicine.

Using 'kyōshitsu' as an academic department.

教室での発言が、成績に大きく影響します。

Remarks made in the classroom greatly affect grades.

Noun phrase 'kyōshitsu de no hatsugen'.

その料理教室は、予約が取れないほど人気があります。

That cooking class is so popular that you can't even get a reservation.

Using 'hodo' to express extent.

教室全体が、試験前の緊張感に包まれていました。

The entire classroom was wrapped in a sense of tension before the exam.

Metaphorical use of 'tsutsumareru' (wrapped/enveloped).

この教室のルールを守らない生徒は、退室を命じられます。

Students who do not follow this classroom's rules will be ordered to leave.

Passive command 'meijirareru'.

教室の広さに合わせて、机の配置を工夫しました。

I devised the desk layout to match the size of the classroom.

Using 'ni awasete' (to match/suit).

教室という空間は、社会の縮図であると言えます。

It can be said that the space called the classroom is a microcosm of society.

Using 'to iu' to define a concept.

教師は、教室内の権力構造を意識する必要があります。

Teachers need to be conscious of the power structures within the classroom.

Complex noun phrase 'kyōshitsu-nai no kenryoku kōzō'.

多文化共生が進む中で、教室の多様性が課題となっています。

As multicultural coexistence progresses, classroom diversity is becoming a challenge.

Using 'naka de' to describe a background situation.

教室の静寂を破ったのは、一人の生徒の鋭い質問でした。

What broke the silence of the classroom was a sharp question from one student.

Nominalizing a sentence with 'no wa... desu'.

伝統的な教室の枠組みを超えた、新しい教育の形を模索しています。

We are exploring new forms of education that go beyond the framework of traditional classrooms.

Using 'o koeta' (exceeding/beyond).

教室での学びが、単なる知識の詰め込みに終わってはいけません。

Learning in the classroom must not end as mere cramming of knowledge.

Using 'ni owatte wa ikenai' (must not end in...).

震災後、仮設教室での授業が数ヶ月間続きました。

After the earthquake, lessons in temporary classrooms continued for several months.

Compound noun 'kasetsu-kyōshitsu' (temporary classroom).

教室の窓から見える景色が、彼の唯一の慰めでした。

The view from the classroom window was his only consolation.

Relative clause modifying 'keshiki'.

教室という聖域において、知の継承が行われるのです。

In the sanctuary that is the classroom, the inheritance of knowledge takes place.

Using 'ni oite' as a formal location marker.

その小説は、閉鎖的な教室空間における心理的葛藤を描写しています。

The novel depicts psychological conflicts within a closed classroom space.

High-level vocabulary like 'heisateki' and 'kattō'.

明治時代の教室風景を再現した博物館を訪れました。

I visited a museum that reproduced a classroom scene from the Meiji era.

Historical context with 'Meiji-jidai'.

教室の物理的配置が、学習者の認知プロセスに及ぼす影響を研究しています。

I am researching the effects that the physical layout of the classroom has on learners' cognitive processes.

Using 'ni oyobosu' to indicate influence/effect.

いじめ問題の根底には、教室という集団の力学が潜んでいます。

At the root of bullying issues lies the group dynamics of the classroom.

Using 'hisomu' (to lurk/lie hidden).

かつての教室での日々を回顧し、彼は静かに涙を流しました。

Recalling his former days in the classroom, he quietly shed tears.

Using 'kaiko suru' (to reminisce).

教室の教壇に立つことは、彼にとって至上の喜びでした。

Standing at the classroom podium was the supreme joy for him.

Using 'shijō no' (supreme/utmost).

仮想現実を用いた教室は、教育の境界線を無効化する可能性を秘めています。

Classrooms using virtual reality hold the potential to invalidate the boundaries of education.

Using 'o himete iru' (to harbor/hold potential).

類義語

講義室クラス学級学び舎ルーム

反対語

廊下校庭職員室

よく使う組み合わせ

教室に入る (kyōshitsu ni hairu)

教室を出る (kyōshitsu o deru)

教室を掃除する (kyōshitsu o sōji suru)

料理教室 (ryōri kyōshitsu)

英語教室 (eigo kyōshitsu)

教室の雰囲気 (kyōshitsu no fun'iki)

パソコン教室 (pasokon kyōshitsu)

教室に通う (kyōshitsu ni kayou)

空き教室 (aki kyōshitsu)

教室の隅 (kyōshitsu no sumi)

よく使うフレーズ

体験教室 (taiken kyōshitsu)

— A trial class where you can experience the lesson before joining.

陶芸の体験教室に参加した。

青空教室 (aozora kyōshitsu)

— An outdoor classroom, often under the sky.

今日は天気がいいので青空教室です。

出前教室 (demae kyōshitsu)

— A visiting class where teachers go to a specific location to teach.

科学の出前教室が小学校に来た。

親子教室 (oyako kyōshitsu)

— A class for both parents and children to attend together.

親子教室で工作を楽しみました。

市民教室 (shimin kyōshitsu)

— Classes or workshops organized for city residents.

市民教室で歴史を学んでいます。

巡回教室 (junkai kyōshitsu)

— A traveling classroom that moves between different areas.

移動図書館による巡回教室が行われた。

特別教室 (tokubetsu kyōshitsu)

— Specialized rooms like the science lab or music room.

理科室などの特別教室は別棟にあります。

教室掲示 (kyōshitsu keiji)

— Posters or notices displayed on the classroom wall.

教室掲示を確認してください。

教室移動 (kyōshitsu idō)

— Moving from one classroom to another for the next subject.

次の時間は教室移動があります。

仮想教室 (kasō kyōshitsu)

— A virtual classroom used in online learning.

仮想教室にログインしてください。

よく混同される語

教室 vs 授業 (jugyō)

Jugyō is the lesson/activity; Kyōshitsu is the room/place.

教室 vs クラス (kurasu)

Kurasu is the group of people; Kyōshitsu is the physical room.

教室 vs 学校 (gakkō)

Gakkō is the whole building/institution; Kyōshitsu is one room.

慣用句と表現

"教室の主 (kyōshitsu no nushi)"

— Someone who spends so much time in the classroom they seem to 'own' it.

彼はいつも一番乗りで、まるで教室の主だ。

Informal

"教室を飛び出す (kyōshitsu o tobidasu)"

— To rush out of the classroom, often due to excitement or anger.

彼は怒って教室を飛び出した。

Neutral

"教室を沸かせる (kyōshitsu o wakaseru)"

— To make the whole classroom erupt in laughter or excitement.

彼の冗談が教室を沸かせた。

Neutral

"教室の空気を読む (kyōshitsu no kūki o yomu)"

— To sense the mood or social atmosphere of the classroom.

彼は教室の空気を読むのが上手だ。

Informal

"教室に居場所がない (kyōshitsu ni ibasho ga nai)"

— To feel like one doesn't belong or has no social spot in the classroom.

転校したばかりで、まだ教室に居場所がない。

Common

"教室が静まり返る (kyōshitsu ga shizumari-kaeru)"

— For the classroom to become completely and utterly silent.

先生が入ってくると、教室が静まり返った。

Neutral

"教室の華 (kyōshitsu no hana)"

— The 'flower' of the classroom; the most popular or beautiful person.

彼女はまさに教室の華だ。

Literary/Informal

"教室を私物化する (kyōshitsu o shibutsuka suru)"

— To treat the classroom as if it were one's private property.

荷物を広げて教室を私物化してはいけない。

Formal/Criticism

"教室に鍵をかける (kyōshitsu ni kagi o kakeru)"

— To lock the classroom (often implies the end of the day).

最後に教室に鍵をかけるのを忘れないで。

Neutral

"教室が一つになる (kyōshitsu ga hitotsu ni naru)"

— For the whole class to unite in purpose or feeling.

合唱コンクールで教室が一つになった。

Inspirational

間違えやすい

教室 vs 勉強部屋 (benkyō-beya)

Both involve studying in a room.

Benkyō-beya is a private study room at home; Kyōshitsu is a public/school room for teaching.

家では勉強部屋で勉強しますが、学校では教室で勉強します。

教室 vs 室 (shitsu)

Shitsu is part of Kyōshitsu.

Shitsu is a suffix for any room; Kyōshitsu is the specific word for classroom.

会議室 (Meeting room) vs 教室 (Classroom).

教室 vs 講堂 (kōdō)

Both are educational spaces.

Kōdō is a large auditorium or hall; Kyōshitsu is a standard-sized classroom.

入学式は講堂で行われますが、授業は教室で行われます。

教室 vs 塾 (juku)

Both refer to places of learning.

Juku is specifically a private cram school for academics; Kyōshitsu can be for any subject including hobbies.

数学の塾に行きますが、ピアノの教室にも行きます。

教室 vs 養成所 (yōseijo)

Both are training places.

Yōseijo is a professional training institute (e.g., for actors); Kyōshitsu is more general or hobby-oriented.

俳優養成所に通うのは大変ですが、演劇教室は楽しいです。

文型パターン

[Place] wa [Location] desu.

教室は2階です。

[Place] ni [Person] ga imasu.

教室に学生がいます。

[Place] de [Action] o shimasu.

教室で宿題をします。

[Type] kyōshitsu ni kayou.

ピアノ教室に通っています。

[Place] ni [Object] o wasureru.

教室に傘を忘れました。

[Place] no [Noun] ga [Adjective] desu.

教室の窓が大きいです。

[Place] wa [State] ni tsutsumarete iru.

教室は静寂に包まれていた。

[Place] to iu no wa [Definition] da.

教室というのは学びの場だ。

語族

名詞

動詞

形容詞

使い方

frequency

Extremely high in daily life, especially for students and parents.

よくある間違い

Using 'kyōshitsu' for 'lesson'. → 授業 (jugyō)
You don't 'have a classroom' when you mean you 'have a lesson'. Use 'jugyō ga arimasu'.
Using 'ni' for actions in the classroom. → 教室で勉強する (kyōshitsu de benkyō suru)
Actions require the particle 'de', not 'ni'.
Using 'kyōshitsu' for a large auditorium. → 講堂 (kōdō) or 講義室 (kōgishitsu)
Kyōshitsu usually implies a standard-sized room.
Confusing 'kyōshitsu' with 'kurasu' when talking about friends. → クラスの友達 (kurasu no tomodachi)
Friends belong to the 'class' (group), not the 'classroom' (room).
Writing the '教' kanji with the wrong right-hand radical. → 教 (with 攵)
Many students accidentally write it like '攵' but with different stroke counts.

ヒント

Action vs. Presence

Always remember the difference between 'ni' and 'de'. If you are doing something like reading or eating, use 'de'. If you are just there, use 'ni'.

Cleaning Duty

In Japan, 'cleaning the classroom' (kyōshitsu no sōji) is a mandatory part of the school day. It is seen as a way to build teamwork and respect.

Hobby Schools

Look for the kanji 教室 on signs around town. These are usually private schools for piano, English, or calligraphy.

Teach and Room

Focus on the 'teach' kanji (教). It's used in many words like 'kyōshi' (teacher) and 'kyōiku' (education). The 'room' kanji (室) is in 'shitsu' (room).

Home Base

For Japanese students, the classroom is their 'home' for the year. They stay there while teachers move. This is the opposite of many Western schools.

Drop the 'u'

In quick speech, 'kyōshitsu' sounds like 'kyō-shits'. The final 'u' is very faint.

Classroom Numbers

Listen for numbers like 'ichi-maru-ichi kyōshitsu' (Room 101). The 'maru' means zero.

Relative Clauses

Practice saying 'The classroom where I study' -> 'Watashi ga benkyō suru kyōshitsu'.

Compound Nouns

When 'kyōshitsu' is part of a hobby name, it usually doesn't need a particle. Example: 'ryōri kyōshitsu', not 'ryōri no kyōshitsu'.

Historical Context

Knowing that 'kyōshitsu' replaced 'terakoya' helps you understand the modernization of Japan's education system.

暗記しよう

記憶術

Think of 'Kyō' as 'Today' (kyō) and 'Shitsu' as 'Sit'. 'Today I sit in the room to learn.' Kyō-shitsu.

視覚的連想

Imagine a large 'K' shaped desk in a room ('shitsu'). The 'K' is for 'Kyōshitsu'.

Word Web

School Teacher Desk Blackboard Lesson Student Window Cleaning

チャレンジ

Try to label five items in your own room using Japanese, and then call the whole room your 'private kyōshitsu'.

語源

Derived from Middle Chinese roots. The first character '教' means 'to teach' or 'doctrine', and the second '室' means 'room' or 'chamber'.

元の意味： A room for teaching or a hall of learning.

Sino-Japanese (Kango).

文化的な背景

Classrooms are generally considered safe spaces, but the term 'kyōshitsu futōkō' (refusing to go to the classroom) is a sensitive social issue related to 'hikikomori' or bullying.

In English-speaking countries, students often change rooms for each subject, making the 'classroom' a less permanent social anchor than in Japan.

The anime 'Assassination Classroom' (Ansatsu Kyōshitsu). The movie 'Confessions' (Kokuhaku) which takes place largely in a classroom. Japanese school dramas like 'Gokusen' or 'Great Teacher Onizuka'.

実生活で練習する

実際の使用場面

At School

教室はどこですか？
教室に戻りなさい。
教室を掃除する時間です。
隣の教室

Hobby/Private Lessons

料理教室の予約
ピアノ教室の月謝
体験教室に参加する
いい教室を探す

University

第3教室
大きな教室での講義
教室の変更
空き教室での自習

Directions

廊下の突き当たりの教室
2番目の教室
右側の教室
階段の前の教室

Cleanup/Maintenance

教室の窓を開ける
教室の電気を消す
教室をきれいにする
教室の鍵を開ける

会話のきっかけ

"あなたの教室は、何階にありますか？ (What floor is your classroom on?)"

"どんな教室に通ってみたいですか？ (What kind of [hobby] class would you like to attend?)"

"子供の頃、教室で一番好きだった場所はどこですか？ (When you were a child, what was your favorite spot in the classroom?)"

"最近のデジタル教室について、どう思いますか？ (What do you think about modern digital classrooms?)"

"教室の掃除は、自分たちでするべきだと思いますか？ (Do you think students should clean the classrooms themselves?)"

日記のテーマ

今日の教室での出来事について書いてください。 (Write about what happened in the classroom today.)

理想の教室は、どのようなデザインですか？ (What kind of design would your ideal classroom have?)

あなたが通っている、または通いたい教室について説明してください。 (Describe a class you attend or want to attend.)

放課後の教室の雰囲気について描写してください。 (Describe the atmosphere of the classroom after school.)

教室で学んだ、一番大切なことは何ですか？ (What is the most important thing you learned in a classroom?)

よくある質問

10 問

No, it can also refer to the organization or program itself, such as a private cooking or music school. For example, 'I joined a cooking kyōshitsu' means you joined the program, not just the room.

'Kyōshitsu' is the physical room (the walls, desks, etc.). 'Kurasu' refers to the group of students and the social unit they form.

While 'kyōshitsu' is used, universities often use 'kōgishitsu' (lecture room) or 'kōdō' (auditorium) for larger spaces.

You can use 'hitotsu', 'futatsu' (general objects) or 'isshitsu', 'nishitsu' (using the room counter 'shitsu').

Yes, but it is often called 'online kyōshitsu' or 'virtual kyōshitsu' to avoid confusion with a physical space.

In Japanese universities, medical departments are traditionally called 'kyōshitsu' (e.g., Internal Medicine Kyōshitsu), reflecting their role as both research labs and teaching units.

Use 'ni' for existence (e.g., 'I am in the classroom') and 'de' for actions (e.g., 'I study in the classroom').

These are rooms designed for specific subjects, like the science lab (rika-shitsu), music room (ongaku-shitsu), or art room (zukō-shitsu).

It is a standard, neutral word used in both formal and informal settings.

It means 'inside the classroom' or 'within the classroom' (e.g., 'classroom-internal rules').

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