How to Say ‘Nice to meet you’ in Japanese
はじめまして
はじめまして
💬 Usage Tip: This phrase is (hajimemashite) and is typically used when meeting someone for the first time.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Often followed with a bow to show courtesy and respect.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
はじめはじめ
[hajime]
nice to meet you
A greeting used when meeting someone for the first time.
はじめまして、山田です。
Nice to meet you, I'm Yamada.
ましまし
[mashi]
do/does
Part of the verb form in greetings.
どうぞよろしくお願いいたします。
I look forward to working with you.
てて
[te]
and
Connects phrases or actions together.
よろしくお願いします。
Please treat me well.
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