Meaning and Usage
"満員" (まんいん) means "full house" or "no vacancy," typically used to describe places like trains, buses, theaters, or events that are completely full with no available seats or space.
Common Contexts
It is often used in daily conversation about public transportation during rush hours, ticket sales for popular events, or any situation where capacity is reached.
Collocations and Patterns
- 満員電車 (まんいんでんしゃ): crowded train, especially during rush hour.
- 満員御礼 (まんいんおんれい): a formal phrase meaning "thank you for a full house," often used in event announcements.
- 満員で入れない: cannot enter because it is full.
Register and Nuance
"満員" is neutral and can be used in both casual and formal contexts. However, in formal announcements, you might see "満員御礼".
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "満員" with "満席" (まんせき), which specifically refers to all seats being taken, while "満員" can refer to full capacity including standing room. Use "満席" when emphasizing seats only.