How to Say ‘I'm really glad you came.’ in Japanese
本当に来てくれて嬉しいわ。
ほんとうにきてくれてうれしいわ。
💬 Usage Tip: The phrase [本当に] (ほんとうに, 'hontou ni') means 'really' and adds emphasis to your statement.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Expressing gratitude and happiness when meeting others, especially family, is a valued cultural practice in Japan. Bringing a small gift when you meet someone, like the in-laws, is customary and shows respect and appreciation.
Phrase Breakdown
本当に
来てくれて
嬉しい
わ
Word-by-Word Breakdown
本当ほんとう
[hontou]
truly; indeed
Used to emphasize the truth or reality of a statement.
本当にあなたは優しい人ですね。
You truly are a kind person.
にに
[ni]
in; for
A particle used to indicate purpose or direction.
友達に手紙を送りました。
I sent a letter to a friend.
来き
[ki]
come
To move or travel towards the speaker or specified place.
早く来てください。
Please come quickly.
てて
[te]
and; with
A connecting particle used in various grammatical structures.
私は彼女と話しました。
I talked with her.
くれくれ
[kure]
give
Used when someone does something for the speaker or someone related.
兄がプレゼントをくれました。
My brother gave me a present.
てて
[te]
and; with
A connecting particle used in various grammatical structures.
私は彼女と話しました。
I talked with her.
嬉しいうれしい
[ureshii]
happy
To feel or express joy or satisfaction.
あなたの声を聞けて本当に嬉しい。
I am really happy to hear your voice.
わわ
[wa]
wa (particle)
Used to add emphasis or soften a statement, often used by females.
あなたのおかげで助かったわ。
Thanks to you, I was saved.
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