Meaning and Usage
"事務所" (じむしょ) refers to an office or a place where administrative or clerical work is done. It is commonly used to describe workplaces such as company offices, law offices, or other professional service locations.
Common Contexts
This word is often used in business or professional settings. For example, "法律事務所" means "law office," and "建築事務所" means "architectural office."
Collocations and Patterns
- 事務所で (at the office): used to indicate location where work is done.
- 事務所を開く (to open an office): used when starting a new office.
- 事務所に勤める (to work at an office): describes employment.
Register and Politeness
"事務所" is a neutral term suitable for both formal and informal contexts when referring to an office.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "事務所" with "会社" (company). Remember, "事務所" focuses on the physical office or workplace, while "会社" refers to the company as an organization.