A Busy Day at the Station

忙しい駅の一日

TOEIC 600点レベル通勤日常

英語ストーリー

The morning rush hour at Shinjuku Station was a chaotic symphony of sounds and movement. Hundreds of commuters hurried through the bustling platforms, their faces a mixture of exhaustion and determination. The air buzzed with the announcements, the screech of trains, and the murmur of countless conversations. Midday brought a slightly calmer atmosphere. Families strolled through the station, children giggling as they chased pigeons. Businessmen and women, their briefcases clutched tightly, walked with purpose, their steps more measured than during the morning rush. A street musician played a cheerful tune, adding a touch of serenity to the otherwise busy environment. As evening approached, the station once again filled with people. This time, however, the energy was different. There was a sense of anticipation, a feeling of relaxation after a long day's work. People chatted excitedly, making plans for the evening ahead. The lights of the departing trains reflected in their happy, tired eyes. The day ended with a quieter rhythm, a contrast to the earlier frenzy. The cleaning crew diligently worked, restoring order to the vast space, preparing it for another bustling day.

日本語訳

重要単語・熟語

anticipation

期待感

"There was a sense of anticipation before the concert."

commuter

通勤者

"Many commuters use this train line."

bustling

賑やかな

"The bustling city never sleeps."

文法・構文解説

a mixture of A and B

AとBが混ざっているという意味を表す表現。

"Her expression was a mixture of surprise and joy."

a sense of ~

~という感覚、~という雰囲気という意味を表す表現。

"He had a sense of accomplishment after finishing the project."