15초 만에
- A simple way to say 'cheap place' or 'budget-friendly location'.
- Combines 'yasui' (cheap) and 'basho' (place) directly.
- Best for casual dining, travel, and everyday errands.
뜻
This phrase is your bread and butter for finding budget-friendly spots. It simply refers to any location—like a restaurant, shop, or parking lot—that doesn't cost much money.
주요 예문
3 / 6Asking a friend for a dinner recommendation
この近くに、どこか安い場所ある？
Is there a cheap place around here somewhere?
Discussing travel plans with a colleague
旅行の時は、いつも安い場所に泊まります。
When I travel, I always stay in cheap places.
Inquiry at a tourist info desk
お昼を食べるための、安い場所を教えてください。
Please tell me a cheap place to eat lunch.
문화적 배경
In Japan, the concept of 'cheap' (yasui) is often celebrated through 'B-grade gourmet' culture, where high-quality food is found in humble, inexpensive settings. Finding a 'yasui basho' is considered a skill of a seasoned city dweller. Recently, the term 'kospa' (cost-performance) has become a popular alternative to describe cheap places that offer great value.
The 'Toko' Shortcut
In very casual speech, Japanese people often shorten `basho` to `toko`. So `yasui toko` sounds very natural when chatting with friends.
Quality Concerns
If you want to emphasize that a place is cheap BUT also good, use `安くておいしい店` (cheap and delicious shop) instead of just `yasui basho`.
15초 만에
- A simple way to say 'cheap place' or 'budget-friendly location'.
- Combines 'yasui' (cheap) and 'basho' (place) directly.
- Best for casual dining, travel, and everyday errands.
What It Means
安い場所 (yasui basho) is a straightforward combination of the adjective 安い (cheap) and the noun 場所 (place). It is the ultimate survival phrase for anyone trying to navigate Japan on a budget. Whether you are looking for a 100-yen shop, a budget izakaya, or a low-cost parking space, this phrase covers it all. It is functional, direct, and gets the point across without any fluff. Think of it as your internal GPS setting for 'Budget Mode.'
How To Use It
You can use this phrase as a subject, an object, or just a standalone question. If you are with a friend, you might point at a map and ask, 安い場所はどこ？ (Where is a cheap place?). You can also use it to describe your preferences, like saying you prefer 安い場所 over expensive luxury spots. It is very flexible! Just remember that 安い is an i-adjective, so it connects directly to 場所 without needing any extra particles like no or na in between.
When To Use It
Use this when you are planning a night out with friends and want to save some yen. It is perfect for casual travel planning or texting a group chat about where to meet. You will also hear it often when discussing practical things like rent or parking fees. If you are at a tourist information center, you can use it to ask for recommendations that won't break the bank. It is a very 'real-world' phrase that you will use almost every day if you live in a city like Tokyo or Osaka.
When NOT To Use It
Be careful using 安い when talking about gifts or things you are buying for someone else. In Japanese culture, calling something 'cheap' can sometimes imply it is 'low quality' or 'shoddy.' If you are at a fancy wedding or a high-end business meeting, avoid this phrase. Instead of 安い場所, you might want to use リーズナブルな店 (a reasonable shop) to sound a bit more sophisticated. Also, never use it to describe a person's home unless you know them very well—it might sound like you are insulting their neighborhood!
Cultural Background
Japan has a fascinating relationship with 'cheapness.' While there is a love for luxury, there is a massive subculture called 'B-kyu gurume' (B-grade gourmet). This is all about finding the best tasting food at the 安い場所. Finding a hidden, hole-in-the-wall shop that is incredibly cheap is actually seen as a sign of being a savvy 'local.' It is not just about saving money; it is about the thrill of the hunt for a bargain!
Common Variations
You will often hear 安くていい場所 (a place that is cheap and good). This adds a layer of quality to the 'cheap' label. Another common one is 一番安い場所 (the cheapest place), which is what you ask for when you are down to your last 500 yen. If you want to sound a bit more modern or trendy, you might hear younger people use コスパがいい場所 (a place with good cost-performance).
사용 참고사항
This phrase is neutral and safe for most everyday conversations. However, when speaking to a boss or at a formal event, consider using 'reasonable' or 'otoku' to avoid the bluntness of the word 'cheap'.
The 'Toko' Shortcut
In very casual speech, Japanese people often shorten `basho` to `toko`. So `yasui toko` sounds very natural when chatting with friends.
Quality Concerns
If you want to emphasize that a place is cheap BUT also good, use `安くておいしい店` (cheap and delicious shop) instead of just `yasui basho`.
The 'One Coin' Concept
Look for signs that say 'One Coin' (ワンコイン). This usually means a `yasui basho` where you can get a full meal for a single 500-yen coin!
예시
6この近くに、どこか安い場所ある？
Is there a cheap place around here somewhere?
A very common way to ask for a budget-friendly suggestion.
旅行の時は、いつも安い場所に泊まります。
When I travel, I always stay in cheap places.
Using the polite 'masu' form makes this suitable for work acquaintances.
お昼を食べるための、安い場所を教えてください。
Please tell me a cheap place to eat lunch.
A polite request using 'kudasai'.
駅の裏にめっちゃ安い場所見つけた！
I found a super cheap place behind the station!
Uses 'metcha' (slang for very) to add emphasis.
もっと安い場所を探せばよかったな。
I should have looked for a cheaper place.
Expressing a bit of regret about spending too much.
ここは安くて、私たちにとって大切な場所です。
This is a cheap place, but it's a special place for us.
Shows that 'cheap' doesn't always mean 'unimportant'.
셀프 테스트
Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: 'I want to go to a cheap place.'
___ 場所に行きたいです。
'Yasui' is an i-adjective and connects directly to the noun 'basho' without any extra particles.
How do you ask 'Where is a cheap place?'
安い場所は ___ ですか？
'Doko' is the question word for 'where'.
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시각 학습 자료
Ways to say 'Cheap Place' by Formality
Used with close friends.
安いとこ (Yasui toko)
Standard everyday use.
安い場所 (Yasui basho)
Used in business or with strangers.
リーズナブルな所 (Reasonable na tokoro)
When to use 'Yasui Basho'
Finding a Lunch Spot
Quick and cheap ramen shop.
Parking your car
Finding the lowest hourly rate.
Booking a Hotel
Searching for a budget hostel.
Shopping
Looking for a 100-yen store.
연습 문제 은행
2 연습 문제___ 場所に行きたいです。
'Yasui' is an i-adjective and connects directly to the noun 'basho' without any extra particles.
安い場所は ___ ですか？
'Doko' is the question word for 'where'.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문It is not rude, but it is very direct. In formal settings, it is better to use otoku na (valuable) or reasonable.
No, never use yasui to describe a person. It implies they have no morals or are 'easy.' Use it only for objects and locations.
Basho is slightly more formal and specific, while tokoro is more general and common in spoken Japanese.
Add ichiban to the front: ichiban yasui basho.
Yes, you can say yasui basho ni sundei-masu (I live in a cheap place/area).
Not at all! In Japan, many yasui basho are extremely high quality, especially small restaurants.
Younger people often use kospa ga ii (good cost-performance) to describe a great cheap spot.
You can say yasui kaimono no basho wa doko desu ka?.
Yes, it is written as 安い場所.
The negative form of yasui is yasukunai. So, yasukunai basho.
