How to Say ‘Thank you’ in Japanese
ありがとうございます
ありがとうございます
💬 Usage Tip: A more formal way to say thank you.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Used in formal occasions or when showing respect.
Phrase Breakdown
ありがとう
ございます
Word-by-Word Breakdown
ありがとうありがとう
[arigatou]
Thank you
An expression of gratitude in the most formal way.
キャリアイベントに招待してくれてありがとうございます。
Thank you for inviting me to the career event.
ございござい
[gozai]
Exist
A formal suffix used to indicate presence or existence politely.
あなたの助けに感謝しています。
I am grateful for your help.
ますます
[masu]
Polite ending
A polite form used to end a sentence softly.
素晴らしいプレゼンをありがとう。
Thank you for the wonderful presentation.
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