Meaning and Usage
The word 目録 (もくろく) primarily means a list, catalogue, or inventory. It is often used in formal or official contexts such as libraries, meetings, or business where a detailed list or record is necessary.
Common Contexts
- Library catalogues: Used to refer to the organized list of books or materials.
- Meeting minutes or agendas: The detailed list of topics or items discussed.
- Product catalogues: Lists of products offered by a company.
Collocations and Patterns
- 図書館の目録 (library catalogue): Refers to the collection list in a library.
- 会議の目録 (meeting agenda/minutes): The list of discussion points.
- 商品の目録 (product catalogue): A list of items for sale.
Register and Nuance
目録 is formal and often used in written or official documents. It is less common in casual conversation where simpler words like リスト or 一覧 might be used.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 目録 with 目次 (もくじ), which means 'table of contents' in books. 目録 is more about lists or catalogues, often external or official, while 目次 is specifically the contents page inside a book.