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Auxiliary Noun (used in writing and formal speech only) (Intermediate ㊥ 135)

An auxiliary noun to express a command.

Equivalent: (don't) V; should (not); (not) ought to; may not

発表は十五分以内で行うこと。: Each presentation should be completed (literally: done) within fifteen minutes.
プールサイドを走らないこと。: Do not run on the pool deck.
詳細は二十三ページ（を）参照のこと。: See page 23 for details.
私語は慎むこと。: Refrain from whispering.
先に必ずテープを聞くこと。: Be sure to listen to the tape beforehand.
辞書は見ないこと。: You may not consult any dictionaries.
裸足で歩き回らないこと。: Do not walk around barefoot.
弁当（を）持参のこと。: Bring your own lunch.
制服（を）着用のこと。: Wear uniforms.

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