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Key Expressions and Meanings
This episode introduces polite and formal expressions commonly used in customer service and professional settings. These phrases are used to excuse oneself, invite someone to return, and express gratitude.
Multilingual Translations (12 Languages)
Expression 1: 失礼いたします
| Japanese | 失礼いたします |
|---|---|
| English (US) | Excuse me |
| English (UK) | Excuse me |
| Korean | 실례하겠습니다 |
| Hindi | मुझे माफ करना |
| French | Excusez-moi |
| German | Entschuldigung |
| Spanish | Perdón |
| Portuguese (BR) | Com licença |
| Italian | Mi scusi |
| Dutch | Pardon |
| Vietnamese | Xin lỗi |
| Thai | ขอโทษครับ/ค่ะ |
Meaning & Usage
- 失礼いたします: A formal and polite way to apologize or excuse yourself, often used in professional settings or when interrupting someone. It’s used to show respect when leaving or entering a room or conversation.
Example Sentence
- 失礼いたします: “失礼いたしますが、少しお話ししてもよろしいですか？” (Excuse me, may I have a word with you?)
Expression 2: またお越しいただき
| Japanese | またお越しいただき |
|---|---|
| English (US) | Please come again |
| English (UK) | Please come again |
| Korean | 또 와 주셔서 |
| Hindi | कृपया फिर आएं। |
| French | Merci de revenir |
| German | Bitte kommen Sie wieder |
| Spanish | Por favor, vuelva |
| Portuguese (BR) | Por favor, volte novamente |
| Italian | Per favore, torna |
| Dutch | Kom alsjeblieft nog een keer |
| Vietnamese | Xin vui lòng quay lại |
| Thai | กรุณามาอีกครั้ง |
Meaning & Usage
- またお越しいただき: This is a polite and formal invitation for someone to visit again. It’s often used in business or customer service to express a warm welcome for future interactions.
Example Sentence
- またお越しいただき: “またお越しいただき、ありがとうございます。” (Thank you for coming again.)
Expression 3: ありがとうございます
| Japanese | ありがとうございます |
|---|---|
| English (US) | Thank you |
| English (UK) | Thank you |
| Korean | 대단히 감사합니다 |
| Hindi | धन्यवाद। |
| French | Merci beaucoup |
| German | Vielen Dank |
| Spanish | Muchas gracias |
| Portuguese (BR) | Muito obrigado |
| Italian | Grazie mille |
| Dutch | Heel erg bedankt |
| Vietnamese | Cảm ơn rất nhiều |
| Thai | ขอบคุณมากครับ/ค่ะ |
Meaning & Usage
- ありがとうございます: A formal way to express gratitude. It’s a common phrase used to thank someone for their help, kindness, or a gift, and can be used in both formal and semi-formal contexts.
Example Sentence
- ありがとうございます: “本当にありがとうございます。” (Thank you so much.)
Final Note
This episode introduces useful phrases for formal and polite interactions, especially in business or customer service contexts. These expressions are essential for maintaining respect and professionalism when interacting with others.
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