Expressing gratitude is an important part of Japanese culture. Whether you're a tourist or a businessperson, knowing how to say "thank you" in Japanese can make a positive impact on your interactions.
Formal: Arigatō gozaimasu (あ り が と う ご ざ い ま す) - Use this with people you don't know well or in a professional setting.
Polite: Dōmo arigatōございます (ど う も あ り が と う ご ざ い ま す) - Slightly less formal than the above, but still appropriate in most situations.
Informal: Arigatō (あ り が と う) - Use this with friends, family, or in casual settings.
Formality | Expression | Use |
---|---|---|
Formal | Arigatō gozaimasu | To strangers, in business settings |
Polite | Dōmo arigatōございます | With acquaintances, in semi-formal situations |
Informal | Arigatō | With friends, family, in casual settings |
Tip | Example |
---|---|
Make eye contact | Look the person in the eye for a brief moment. |
Bow slightly | A small bow shows respect. |
Use appropriate gestures | Clasp your hands together in front of your chest. |
Practice | The more you practice, the more natural you'll sound. |
For businesses, expressing gratitude can help build customer relationships and increase sales. Consider these tips:
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