When you're shopping in Japan, you'll hear and use the word レジ (reji) a lot. It simply means 'cash register.' Think of it as the place where you pay for your items in a store.
For example, when you go to a supermarket or a convenience store, you'll take your items to the レジ to pay. You might hear staff say something like 'こちらがレジです' (kochiraga reji desu), meaning 'This is the cash register.'
It's a very practical word to know for daily life in Japan!
When you're shopping in Japan, you'll hear and use the word レジ (reji) a lot. It simply means 'cash register.'
You'll typically hear phrases like レジをお願いします (reji o onegaishimasu) which means 'Can I pay at the register, please?' or レジはこちらです (reji wa kochira desu) meaning 'The cash register is over here.'
It's a straightforward and essential word for anyone navigating Japanese shops and stores. Knowing レジ will help you complete your purchases smoothly.
When you're shopping in Japan, you'll hear and use the word レジ (reji) a lot. It simply means 'cash register.' It's a direct loanword from the English 'register.'
You'll use it in phrases like レジに並ぶ (reji ni narabu), which means 'to line up at the cash register,' or レジ袋 (rejibukuro), meaning 'shopping bag' (literally 'cash register bag').
Even though it's an A2 word, understanding how it's used in common phrases is key to sounding more natural at a B1 level. Just remember, レジ is where you pay!
When you're shopping in Japan, you'll hear and use the word レジ (reji) quite often. It simply means 'cash register.' You'll find it at the checkout counter in stores, supermarkets, and convenience stores. It's where you pay for your items. For example, if you hear someone say 「レジはこちらです」 (Reji wa kochira desu), they are telling you, 'The cash register is over here.'
When you're shopping in Japan, you'll hear and use the word レジ (reji) a lot. It simply means "cash register." You'll see it on signs in stores, hear staff direct you to the レジ, and might even hear it as part of compound words like セルフレジ (self-reji), which is a self-checkout machine. It's a very common and practical word to know for everyday shopping.
When you're shopping in Japan, you'll hear and use the word レジ (reji) quite often. It directly translates to "cash register," and it's where you'll go to pay for your items. You might hear phrases like "レジにお並びください (reji ni o-narabi kudasai)," meaning "Please line up at the cash register." It's a fundamental word for navigating everyday transactions.
Alright, let's break down レジ (reji). This is a really common and useful word you'll hear all the time in Japan. Simply put, レジ means 'cash register'. It's one of those essential words you need to know for everyday tasks, especially when you're shopping.
DEFINITION
Cash register. Think of the machine where you pay for your items in a store.
Now, when do people use it? Basically, anytime you're talking about paying for something at a store, レジ is going to come up. It's not just the machine itself; it can also refer to the checkout counter or even the act of checking out. You'll hear it in supermarkets, convenience stores (konbini), department stores, and really any place where you buy things.
すみません、レジはどこですか？
This literally means, "Excuse me, where is the cash register?" You'll use this if you're looking for where to pay. Very practical.
お会計はレジでお願いします。
This common phrase means, "Please pay at the cash register." You'll often hear this from shop staff when you're done shopping.
§ Common Situations for レジ
Let's look at a few scenarios where レジ is used:
At the supermarket: You've got your groceries, you head to the checkout. That's the レジ.
In a convenience store: Grabbing a snack and a drink? You'll pay at the レジ.
Asking for help: If you need to pay and can't find the checkout, you'll ask for the レジ.
It's important to remember that while it means 'cash register', in context, it often refers to the entire checkout process or area. So, if someone says 「レジへどうぞ」 (reji e douzo), they're telling you to go to the checkout.
Another thing to note is that because it's a loanword from English ('register'), it's written in Katakana. This is a big clue for many foreign words in Japanese. If you see a word in Katakana, there's a good chance it's borrowed from another language.
§ More Examples in Context
レジが混んでいますね。
This means, "The cash register/checkout is crowded, isn't it?" You'd say this if there's a long line.
レジ袋はご利用になりますか？
This is a super common question you'll get. It means, "Would you like a shopping bag?" (literally 'cash register bag'). So, the word connects directly to other shopping-related vocabulary.
Understanding レジ is a foundational step for being comfortable in everyday shopping situations in Japan. Make sure to commit it to memory!
§ Understanding レジ (reji) - Cash Register
DEFINITION
レジ (reji) means "cash register." It's a common loanword from English, so it's easy to remember. You'll hear this word constantly in any shop in Japan, from convenience stores to department stores. It refers specifically to the machine or counter where you pay for your items.
When you're shopping in Japan, knowing how to refer to the cash register is essential. Whether you're asking for directions to it or simply understanding what a staff member is telling you, レジ is a word you'll use a lot. It's a direct and practical term, so there's no need for complicated explanations.
§ Basic Usage: Getting to the Cash Register
The simplest way to use レジ is when you want to know where to pay. You can combine it with common directional phrases.
EXAMPLE
レジはどこですか？
(Reji wa doko desu ka? - Where is the cash register?)
レジはこちらです。
(Reji wa kochira desu. - The cash register is this way.)
§ Using レジ with Verbs
You'll often use レジ in conjunction with verbs related to paying or checking out. The particle 'de' (で) is commonly used to indicate the location where an action takes place.
EXAMPLE
レジでお願いします。
(Reji de onegai shimasu. - At the cash register, please. / I'll pay at the cash register.)
レジに並んでください。
(Reji ni narande kudasai. - Please line up at the cash register.)
§ Related Terms and Phrases
While レジ is specifically the cash register, there are a few related terms that might come up:
DEFINITION
お会計 (okaikei): This refers to the 'bill' or 'checking out' process in general, often used in restaurants or when you're ready to pay.
支払い (shiharai): This means 'payment'.
セルフレジ (serufu reji): This is for 'self-checkout' or 'self-service cash register'. You'll see these more and more in larger stores.
§ In Daily Conversation
Here are a few more natural examples of how レジ might come up in daily shopping scenarios:
EXAMPLE
あの、レジが開いていませんか？
(Ano, reji ga aite imasen ka? - Excuse me, isn't there a cash register open? / Excuse me, is there an open cash register?)
レジ袋は要りますか？
(Reji-bukuro wa irimasu ka? - Do you need a plastic bag? / Literally: Do you need a cash register bag?)
By practicing these simple phrases, you'll feel much more confident navigating shops in Japan. レジ is a foundational word for shopping, so make sure to commit it to memory!
§ Mistakes people make with レジ
When learning Japanese, especially everyday vocabulary like レジ (reji), it's easy to fall into common traps. Let's look at some of the frequent mistakes English speakers make with this word and how to avoid them. Remember, consistent practice and attention to context are key.
§ Mistake 1: Using レジ for 'receipt'
A very common mistake is confusing レジ (reji) with 'receipt'. While you get a receipt at the cash register, レジ itself does not mean 'receipt'.
WHAT IT MEANS
レジ (reji) means 'cash register'. It's the machine or counter where you pay.
WHAT YOU SHOULD USE
For 'receipt', you should use レシート (reshiito). This is a direct loanword from English 'receipt'.
レジはどこですか？ (Reji wa doko desu ka?) - Where is the cash register?
レシートをください。 (Reshiito o kudasai.) - Please give me the receipt.
§ Mistake 2: Over-formal usage or using 'calculator' instead
Sometimes learners, trying to be polite, might use overly formal terms when レジ is perfectly natural. Others might mistakenly think it refers to a calculator, due to the similar-looking English word 'register' which can be a verb for calculating.
レジ is casual and common: You don't need a more formal word for 'cash register' in most situations. レジ is standard.
It's not a calculator: While a cash register calculates, it's not simply a calculator. A calculator is 電卓 (dentaku).
あの、レジに並んでいますか？ (Ano, reji ni narande imasu ka?) - Excuse me, are you lining up for the cash register?
§ Mistake 3: Incorrect particle usage
Particles are tricky in Japanese, and using the wrong one with レジ can change the meaning or make your sentence sound unnatural.
レジで (reji de): Use で to indicate the place where an action occurs. 'Paying at the cash register'.
レジへ (reji e) / レジに (reji ni): Use へ or に to indicate direction. 'Going to the cash register'.
お会計はレジでお願いします。 (Okaikei wa reji de onegai shimasu.) - Please pay at the cash register.
では、レジへどうぞ。 (Dewa, reji e douzo.) - Well then, please go to the cash register.
§ Conclusion
By understanding these common mistakes, you can use レジ (reji) more accurately and confidently. Remember, it means 'cash register', not 'receipt' or 'calculator', and pay attention to your particles. Keep practicing, and you'll master it in no time!
§ Understanding レジ
レジ (reji) is a common noun in Japanese, directly meaning "cash register." It's a loanword from English ("register"). You'll hear and see this word used frequently in everyday situations, especially when shopping.
Japanese Word
レジ (reji)
Meaning
Cash register
CEFR Level
A2
§ Examples of レジ in Use
レジはあちらです。
The cash register is over there.
お会計はレジでお願いします。
Please pay at the cash register.
このレジは使えますか？
Is this cash register open/working?
§ Similar words and when to use them
While レジ is the most common and practical word for "cash register," it's good to know some related terms. They aren't direct synonyms for the physical machine itself, but they are related to the act of paying.
会計 (kaikei): This word generally means "bill," "account," or "payment." You might hear 「お会計お願いします」 (okaikei onegaishimasu) when you want to ask for the bill at a restaurant. It refers to the financial transaction, not the machine. While you pay at the レジ, the act of paying itself is 会計.
精算 (seisan): This term means "calculation of accounts" or "settlement of accounts." It's often used in more formal contexts or when talking about calculating fares, like at train stations when you need to adjust your ticket price. For example, a "fare adjustment machine" is called 「精算機」 (seisanki). It's about the detailed accounting process, not the checkout stand.
支払い (shiharai): This is a very general term meaning "payment." You can use it in many situations for making payments, whether it's for a bill, a product, or a service. 「お支払いはこちらです」 (oshiharai wa kochira desu) means "Payment is over here," which could refer to where the レジ is located. It refers to the action of paying.
So, when should you use レジ?
Use レジ when you are talking about the physical place or machine where you pay for goods in a store. This is the most direct and common use.
If you're looking for the checkout counter, ask 「レジはどこですか？」 (reji wa doko desu ka?) - Where is the cash register?
If you are lining up to pay, you are lining up for the レジ.
To recap:
レジ: The actual cash register machine or checkout counter.
会計: The bill or the act of paying for something (especially in restaurants).
精算: The calculation and settlement of accounts, often for specific fares or detailed finances.
支払い: The general act of making a payment.
Fun Fact
Many Japanese words related to commerce and modern technology are loanwords from English. 'Reji' is a prime example of this linguistic borrowing, making it easier for English speakers to guess its meaning.
Grammar to Know
Particles like 「で」 or 「へ」 often follow locations or instruments. For example, 「レジで払う」 (to pay at the cash register) or 「レジへ行く」 (to go to the cash register).
パンをレジで買います。 (I'll buy bread at the cash register.)
When you want to specify a quantity of items you are buying at the cash register, you use a counter word followed by 「を」 and then the verb. For example, 「りんごを二つレジに持っていく」 (to take two apples to the cash register).
飲み物をレジに持っていきます。 (I'll take the drink to the cash register.)
「の」 can be used to connect two nouns, where the first noun modifies the second. For example, 「レジの係員」 (cash register attendant).
レジの係員が手伝ってくれます。 (The cash register attendant will help me.)
When talking about the status of the cash register, you might use adjectives or nouns followed by 「です」. For example, 「レジは混んでいます」 (the cash register is crowded).
レジはどこですか？ (Where is the cash register?)
Verbs like 「並ぶ」 (to line up) or 「待つ」 (to wait) are commonly used when discussing the cash register. For example, 「レジに並ぶ」 (to line up at the cash register).
レジに並んでいます。 (I'm lining up at the cash register.)
Examples by Level
1
レジはどこですか？
Where is the cash register?
2
レジでお願いします。
At the cash register, please.
3
レジが混んでいます。
The cash register is crowded.
4
レジはあそこです。
The cash register is over there.
5
レジに並びます。
I'll line up at the cash register.
6
レジでお金を払います。
I'll pay money at the cash register.
7
レジ袋は必要ですか？
Do you need a shopping bag? (lit. 'cash register bag')
8
レジ係の人。
The person at the cash register (cashier).
1
レジはどこですか？
Where is the cash register?
2
お会計はレジでお願いします。
Please pay at the cash register.
3
レジに並んでいます。
I'm in line at the cash register.
4
レジが混んでいますね。
The cash register is crowded, isn't it?
5
レジ袋は必要ですか？
Do you need a shopping bag?
6
セルフサービスのレジを使います。
I'll use the self-service cash register.
7
レジの前で待っています。
I'm waiting in front of the cash register.
8
レジでポイントカードを出しました。
I presented my point card at the cash register.
1
レジでクレジットカードは使えますか？
Can I use a credit card at the cash register?
2
レジはどこですか？
Where is the cash register?
3
レジが混んでいますね。
The cash register is crowded, isn't it?
4
レジ袋は必要ですか？
Do you need a plastic bag?
5
レジの列に並びましょう。
Let's line up at the cash register.
6
レジで合計金額を確認してください。
Please confirm the total amount at the cash register.
7
このレジはセルフサービスです。
This cash register is self-service.
8
レジの店員さんがとても親切でした。
The clerk at the cash register was very kind.
1
レジでクレジットカードは使えますか？
Can I use a credit card at the cash register?
2
レジが混んでいたので、別のレジに並びました。
The cash register was crowded, so I lined up at another one.
3
店員がレジ打ちを間違えて、合計金額が違っていました。
The clerk made a mistake ringing up the items, so the total amount was incorrect.
4
このスーパーでは、セルフレジも利用できます。
You can also use the self-checkout registers at this supermarket.
5
レジ袋は有料ですか、それとも無料ですか？
Are plastic bags at the register free or do they cost money?
6
レジの操作は簡単なので、すぐに覚えられます。
Operating the cash register is easy, so you can learn it quickly.
7
新しいレジシステムは、以前よりもずっと効率的です。
The new cash register system is much more efficient than before.
8
閉店間際で、レジには誰もいませんでした。
It was almost closing time, and there was no one at the cash register.
1
先日、スーパーのレジで財布を忘れてしまい、店員さんに迷惑をかけてしまいました。
I forgot my wallet at the supermarket cash register the other day and inconvenienced the staff.
〜てしまいました (negative nuance)
2
このレジは操作が複雑で、慣れるまで時間がかかりそうです。
This cash register is complicated to operate; it seems like it will take some time to get used to it.
〜そうです (it seems)
3
レジに行列ができていて、会計まで20分近く待ちました。
There was a line at the cash register, and I waited almost 20 minutes to pay.
〜ができていて (a line formed)
4
セルフサービスのレジは便利ですが、たまに読み取りエラーが起こるのが難点です。
Self-service cash registers are convenient, but the occasional scanning error is a drawback.
〜が難点です (is a drawback)
5
新しいレジシステムは、顧客データを自動で記録してくれるので、業務効率が格段に上がりました。
The new cash register system automatically records customer data, significantly improving operational efficiency.
〜てくれる (doing something for someone)
6
デパートのレジは、ギフトラッピングのサービスも行っていて、とても助かります。
The department store's cash registers also offer gift wrapping services, which is very helpful.
〜も行っていて (also offering)
7
このコンビニは24時間営業ですが、夜間はレジが一台しか稼働していません。
This convenience store is open 24 hours, but only one cash register is operating at night.
Shopping bag (plastic bag given at the cash register).
レジ袋はご利用になりますか？
neutral
"レジを打つ"
To ring up items at the cash register.
アルバイトの仕事はレジを打つことです。
neutral
"レジが混んでいる"
The cash register is crowded/busy.
レジが混んでいるので、少し待ちましょう。
neutral
"セルフレジ"
Self-checkout register.
最近はセルフレジがある店が増えました。
neutral
"レジ横"
Next to the cash register (often where small impulse items are placed).
レジ横に美味しそうなチョコレートがあった。
neutral
"レジに行く"
To go to the cash register (to pay).
買い物が終わったので、レジに行きましょう。
neutral
"レジ係"
Cashier.
あのレジ係の人はいつも笑顔だ。
neutral
"レジで精算する"
To pay/settle the bill at the cash register.
駐車料金はレジで精算してください。
neutral
Easily Confused
レジvsセルフレジ (serufu reji)
Sounds similar to レジ, but has a specific meaning.
This refers to a 'self-checkout register', where you scan and pay for your items yourself.
セルフレジを使ってみましょう。(Let's try using the self-checkout.)
レジvsキャッシャー (kyasshaa)
Also related to money and stores.
This refers to the 'cashier' (the person who operates the register), not the register itself.
キャッシャーが親切でした。(The cashier was kind.)
レジvsカウンター (kauntaa)
Often where a register is located.
This means 'counter'. While the register might be on the counter, they are not the same thing.
カウンターで注文します。(I'll order at the counter.)
レジvs金銭登録機 (kinsen tōrokuki)
This is the formal, technical term for a cash register.
While it literally means 'money recording machine', it's rarely used in everyday conversation. レジ is the common term.
その店は最新の金銭登録機を導入した。(That store introduced the latest cash register.)
レジvs会計 (kaikei)
Often happens at the register.
This refers to 'accounting' or 'the bill/check' itself, not the physical register. You do your 会計 at the レジ.
お会計をお願いします。(Check, please.)
Sentence Patterns
A1
Noun はどこですか？
レジはどこですか？ (Where is the cash register?)
A1
Noun に Noun があります。
レジに店員がいます。(There is a clerk at the cash register.)
A1
Noun で Verb
レジで払います。(I pay at the cash register.)
A1
Verb-て ください。
レジで払ってください。(Please pay at the cash register.)
A2
Noun に Verb-て います。
レジに並んでいます。(I am lining up at the cash register.)
A2
Noun の前に Noun があります。
レジの前に人が並んでいます。(People are lining up in front of the cash register.)
A2
Noun を Verb
レジを打ちます。(I operate the cash register.)
A2
Noun で Noun を買います。
レジでパンを買います。(I buy bread at the cash register.)
Word Family
Nouns
レジ打ち (reji-uchi)operating a cash register, a person who operates a cash register
レジ係 (reji-gakari)cashier (person in charge of the cash register)
レジ横 (reji-yoko)next to the cash register (referring to impulse buy items)
レジ待ち (reji-machi)waiting in line for the cash register
セルフレジ (serufu-reji)self-checkout machine
キャッシュレジスター (kyasshu-rejisutā)cash register (full loanword, less common than just "レジ")
How to Use It
When you go to a convenience store or supermarket, you’ll hear 「レジ袋はいりますか？」(reji-bukuro wa irimasu ka?), meaning, “Do you need a plastic bag?” The word for cash register itself, however, is simply 「レジ」(reji). This is a common loanword from English, so it’s easy to remember. You might also hear 「お会計」(okaikei) which means 'the bill' or 'check out'. While 「お会計」 refers to the act of paying or the bill itself, 「レジ」 specifically refers to the machine or counter where you pay.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake is confusing 「レジ」 with 「お勘定」(okanjou) or 「お会計」(okaikei). While both 「お勘定」 and 「お会計」 refer to the bill or checking out, 「レジ」 is exclusively the cash register. For example, you wouldn’t say 「レジをお願いします」(reji o onegai shimasu) to ask for the bill. You’d say 「お会計をお願いします」(okaikei o onegai shimasu).
Tips
レジ is a common loanword
The word レジ (reji) is a loanword from the English word "register." You'll find many such words in Japanese, especially for modern items or concepts.
Remember the short 'e' and 'i'
Pay attention to the pronunciation: レ (re) is like the 're' in red, and ジ (ji) is like the 'ji' in jig. It's not 'ree-jee'.
Use it when paying
You'll most often hear レジ when you're shopping and about to pay. For example, 'レジはどこですか？' (Where is the cash register?).
Often shortened
While the full word is レジスター (rejisutaa), it's almost always shortened to レジ in everyday conversation. This is common for many loanwords.
Register lines are orderly
In Japan, lines at the レジ are typically very orderly. People wait patiently and don't cut in line.
Listen for 'レジ袋' (reji-bukuro)
When paying, you might be asked if you need a bag: 'レジ袋はご利用になりますか？' (Would you like a plastic bag?). '袋' means bag.
Context is key
Even though it means 'cash register,' you might hear it used to refer to the checkout counter itself, not just the machine.
Practice with examples
Try saying 'レジに行きます' (reji ni ikimasu) meaning 'I'm going to the cash register' or 'レジで払います' (reji de haraimasu) meaning 'I'll pay at the cash register'.
Don't confuse with 'record'
Although it comes from "register," in Japanese, レジ specifically refers to a cash register, not a record or registry in general. For 'record,' you'd use 記録 (kiroku).
Advanced: 'セルフレジ' (serufu-reji)
As you advance, you might encounter セルフレジ (serufu-reji), which means self-checkout register. 'セルフ' comes from 'self'.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Think of a 'register' that 'records' your purchase. 'Reji' sounds a bit like 'register.'
Visual Association
Imagine a bright red cash register in a Japanese convenience store, with the word レジ prominently displayed. You're holding a delicious onigiri and paying at this レジ.
Next time you see a cash register in an English-speaking country, try to think 'レジ' instead of 'cash register.' When you're at a Japanese store, actively listen for the word レジ and try to use it when asking where to pay.
Word Origin
From English 'register'
Original meaning: register (as in a machine for recording transactions)
Loanword (Gairaigo)
Cultural Context
When you're at a store in Japan, you'll often hear staff say 'reji kago' (レジかご) for a shopping basket, or 'reji bukuro' (レジ袋) for a plastic bag. It's a key word for shopping, indicating the checkout counter. Often, stores will have signs with 'レジ' pointing to where you need to pay.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
At a supermarket/convenience store
レジはこちらです。(Reji wa kochira desu.) - The cash register is over here.
レジ袋(reji-bukuro) - plastic bag (often asked if you need one at the register)
お会計をお願いします。(Okaikei o onegai shimasu.) - Could I get the check/bill please? (Often said at a restaurant, but can be used in some retail settings if you're ready to pay at the register area.)
At a department store/clothing store
お支払いはレジでお願いします。(Oshiharai wa reji de onegai shimasu.) - Please pay at the cash register.
プレゼント用にラッピングできますか？(Purezento-yō ni rappingu dekimasu ka?) - Can you gift-wrap it for me? (Often asked at the register.)
ポイントカードはお持ちですか？(Pointo kādo wa omoshi desu ka?) - Do you have a point card? (A common question at the register.)
Asking where to pay
レジはどこですか？(Reji wa doko desu ka?) - Where is the cash register?
お会計はどこでするんですか？(Okaikei wa doko de surun desu ka?) - Where do I pay? (More general, but implies the cash register.)
レジに並ぶ(reji ni narabu) - to line up at the cash register
Referring to staff at the register
レジ係(reji-gakari) - cashier
レジの人(reji no hito) - person at the cash register
店員さん(ten'in-san) - store clerk/assistant (can refer to cashiers as well)
When the register is busy
レジが混んでいます。(Reji ga konde imasu.) - The cash register is crowded.
レジ待ち(reji-machi) - waiting in line at the cash register
次のレジへどうぞ。(Tsugi no reji e dōzo.) - Please go to the next register.
Conversation Starters
"When you enter a store and aren't sure where to pay, how would you ask a staff member where the cash register is?"
"You're at a supermarket and ready to pay. How would you indicate to a staff member that you're ready to check out?"
"Imagine you're at a clothing store and the cashier asks if you need a shopping bag. What's a common phrase they might use?"
"You've finished shopping and notice a long line at the cash register. How would you describe this situation in Japanese?"
"If a cashier tells you to go to the next available register, what phrase might they use?"
Journal Prompts
Describe your last experience at a Japanese convenience store or supermarket. How many times did you encounter the word 'レジ' or its related concepts?
Imagine you're working as a cashier in Japan. What are some phrases you would need to know that involve 'レジ' to interact with customers?
Think about the differences between cash registers and payment processes in your home country versus what you've observed or learned about Japan. How does 'レジ' fit into these differences?
You're teaching a friend how to shop in Japan. Explain to them what 'レジ' is and when they would typically hear or use this word.
Write a short dialogue between a customer and a cashier using the word 'レジ' naturally at least twice.
Test Yourself
144 questions
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スーパーで、私はパンと牛乳を買い、___でお金を払いました。(Sūpā de, watashi wa pan to gyūnyū o kai, ___ de okane o haraimashita.)
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジ
The sentence describes buying groceries and paying for them. 'レジ' (reji) means 'cash register', which is where you pay in a supermarket.
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お店の人は、私の買い物袋を___の隣に置きました。(Omise no hito wa, watashi no kaimono-bukuro o ___ no tonari ni okimashita.)
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジ
The sentence talks about a shop assistant placing a shopping bag. It's common for shopping bags to be placed next to the 'レジ' (reji) or cash register.
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___は、お店で商品のお金を計算する場所です。(___ wa, omise de shōhin no okane o keisan suru basho desu.)
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジ
The sentence describes a place in a shop where money for products is calculated. This is the definition of a 'レジ' (reji) or cash register.
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買い物を終えたら、___に行って支払いをします。(Kaimono o oetara, ___ ni itte shiharai o shimasu.)
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジ
After finishing shopping, you go to the 'レジ' (reji) or cash register to make a payment.
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この店には、___が3つあります。(Kono mise ni wa, ___ ga mittsu arimasu.)
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジ
The sentence talks about a shop having three of something. A shop typically has multiple 'レジ' (reji) or cash registers.
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___の前には、いつも長い列ができます。(___ no mae ni wa, itsumo nagai retsu ga dekimasu.)
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジ
The sentence indicates that there is always a long line in front of something. In a shop, a long line usually forms in front of the 'レジ' (reji) or cash register.
multiple choice
A1
Which of these is typically found at the checkout of a store?
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジ (reji)
レジ (reji) means 'cash register', which is found at a store checkout. えき (eki) means 'station', がっこう (gakkō) means 'school', and くるま (kuruma) means 'car'.
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A1
You want to pay for your groceries. Where do you go in the supermarket?
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジ (reji)
レジ (reji) is where you pay for items. トイレ (toire) is a restroom, レストラン (resutoran) is a restaurant, and きっさてん (kissaten) is a coffee shop.
multiple choice
A1
Which word means 'cash register'?
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジ (reji)
レジ (reji) means 'cash register'. パン (pan) is bread, みず (mizu) is water, and ほん (hon) is book.
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You can buy a ticket at the レジ (reji) at a train station.
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: False
レジ (reji) is a cash register in a store, not typically where you buy train tickets at a station. You'd buy tickets at a ticket counter or machine.
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The word レジ (reji) is used to refer to a place where you pay for things in a shop.
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: True
Yes, レジ (reji) is the cash register, which is where you pay for items in a shop.
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When you are at a restaurant, you ask for the レジ (reji) to pay your bill.
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: False
At a restaurant, you would ask for the お会計 (okaikei - bill) or just indicate you want to pay. レジ (reji) is for stores.
listening
A1
Listen for 'cash register'.
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジはどこですか？
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A1
Listen for the action at the 'cash register'.
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジで払います。
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Listen for 'let's go to the cash register'.
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジに行きましょう。
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A1
Read this aloud:
レジはどこですか？
Focus: Re-ji wa do-ko de-su ka?
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Read this aloud:
レジで払います。
Focus: Re-ji de ha-ra-i-ma-su.
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Read this aloud:
レジに行きましょう。
Focus: Re-ji ni i-ki-ma-shou.
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A1
Imagine you are at a supermarket in Japan. You want to pay for your groceries. Write a short sentence about what you are looking for.
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レジはどこですか。(Where is the cash register?)
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A1
You bought something and now you are at the cash register. Write a short sentence to say 'I am at the cash register.'
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私はレジにいます。(I am at the cash register.)
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You are explaining to a friend that a store has many cash registers. Write a short sentence to say 'There are many cash registers.'
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Read this aloud:
レジで払います。
Focus: Re-ji de ha-ra-i-ma-su.
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レシートをください。
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B1
スーパーで牛乳を買って、___でお金を払いました。
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジ
In a supermarket, after buying milk, you pay money at the cash register (レジ).
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店員さんが新しい___の使い方を教えてくれました。
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジ
The store clerk taught me how to use the new cash register (レジ).
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お昼時だったので、___の前に長い列ができていました。
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジ
It was lunchtime, so there was a long line in front of the cash register (レジ).
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アルバイトで___打ちの仕事をしています。
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジ
I have a part-time job working at the cash register (レジ). 'レジ打ち' is a common phrase for working the register.
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この店では、クレジットカードは___で使えません。
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジ
In this store, credit cards cannot be used at the cash register (レジ).
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商品の合計金額が___に表示されます。
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジ
The total price of the items is displayed on the cash register (レジ).
multiple choice
B1
Choose the correct particle to complete the sentence: 買い物をする前に、まず___行きます。
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: に
To indicate the destination or direction, the particle 'に' (ni) is used. In this case, 'レジに行く' (reji ni iku) means 'to go to the cash register.'
multiple choice
B1
Which of the following is the most natural way to say 'Please pay at the cash register'?
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジで払ってください。
The particle 'で' (de) indicates the place where an action occurs. So, 'レジで払う' (reji de harau) means 'to pay at the cash register.'
multiple choice
B1
Select the appropriate verb to complete the sentence: 商品を___後、レジへ持っていきます。
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: 選んだ
The sentence means 'After choosing the products, you take them to the cash register.' '選ぶ' (erabu) means 'to choose' or 'to select.'
true false
B1
You can usually pay with cash or credit card at a レジ.
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: True
Most cash registers (レジ) in Japan accept both cash and various credit cards, and increasingly, mobile payment options.
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B1
When you are ready to pay at a store, you should go to the レジ even if there is no staff member present.
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: False
If there is no staff member at the cash register (レジ), it's usually best to wait or ask for assistance, as you cannot complete the payment by yourself in most traditional stores.
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At a レジ, staff members typically scan the items you want to purchase.
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: True
At a cash register (レジ), it's standard procedure for staff members to scan the items you intend to buy to process your transaction.
listening
B1
You're looking for where to pay.
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジはどこですか？
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The cashier asks about a bag.
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジ袋はご利用ですか？
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The cashier line is long.
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: レジが混んでいます。
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B1
Read this aloud:
この商品のレジをお願いします。
Focus: レジ (re-ji)
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B1
Read this aloud:
レジはあちらです。
Focus: あちら (a-chi-ra)
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Read this aloud:
レジで並んでいます。
Focus: 並んでいます (na-ran-de-i-ma-su)
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B1
Imagine you are at a convenience store in Japan. Describe what you would do when you are ready to pay for your items, using the word レジ.
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Sample answer
私は買いたい物を持ってレジに行きます。店員さんが商品をスキャンして、合計金額を教えてくれます。
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B1
You are explaining to a friend how to use a self-checkout machine (セルフレジ). Write a short instruction using レジ.
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You're writing a short note to a new employee at a shop, explaining how to operate the cash register. What two important things would you tell them to do?
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C1
Read this aloud:
レジ袋はご利用になりますか？
Focus: レジ袋
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C1
Read this aloud:
ポイントカードをお持ちでしたら、レジでお出しください。
Focus: お出しください
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C1
Imagine you are working at a busy department store in Japan. Describe a scenario where you have to direct a customer to the 'レジ' (cash register) and then explain why there might be a queue. Write your response in Japanese.
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You are a new employee at a convenience store. Your manager asks you to explain the process of handling a transaction at the 'レジ' to a new customer, including how to pay with both cash and card. Write this explanation in Japanese.
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Write a short paragraph in Japanese about the changes you've observed in cash register technology over the past decade, mentioning terms like '自動レジ' (self-checkout) and 'キャッシュレス決済' (cashless payment).
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C2
Read this aloud:
レジ袋は必要ですか？
Focus: レジ袋, 必要
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C2
Read this aloud:
レジが混んでいるので、あちらのセルフサービスをご利用ください。
Focus: レジ, 混んでいる, セルフサービス
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Imagine you are explaining to a friend how the self-checkout system works in a Japanese supermarket, specifically mentioning the cash register. Describe the process in detail.
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You are writing an email to a new employee at a convenience store in Japan, giving them instructions on how to close the cash register at the end of their shift. What important steps would you include?
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You're complaining to a friend about a long line at a store. Describe the situation, emphasizing the slow process at the cash register and your frustration.
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This sentence means 'He finished the payment at the cash register.' The particle 'は' marks '彼' (he) as the topic. 'レジで' indicates the location 'at the cash register.' '会計を済ませた' means 'finished the payment.'
This sentence translates to 'The new cash register system is efficient.' '新しい' (new) modifies 'レジシステム' (cash register system). 'は' is the topic marker. '効率的だ' means 'is efficient.'
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Tap words below to build the sentence
Correct!Not quite. Correct answer: 店員はレジ打ちに慣れている。
This sentence means 'The store clerk is used to operating the cash register.' '店員は' marks '店員' (store clerk) as the topic. 'レジ打ちに慣れている' means 'is accustomed to operating the cash register.'
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Summary
レジ (reji) refers to a cash register, the place where you pay for items in a store.
レジ is a noun meaning 'cash register'.
You'll hear it often when shopping in Japan.
It's a common loanword from English.
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レジ is a common loanword
The word レジ (reji) is a loanword from the English word "register." You'll find many such words in Japanese, especially for modern items or concepts.
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Remember the short 'e' and 'i'
Pay attention to the pronunciation: レ (re) is like the 're' in red, and ジ (ji) is like the 'ji' in jig. It's not 'ree-jee'.
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Use it when paying
You'll most often hear レジ when you're shopping and about to pay. For example, 'レジはどこですか？' (Where is the cash register?).
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Often shortened
While the full word is レジスター (rejisutaa), it's almost always shortened to レジ in everyday conversation. This is common for many loanwords.
