How to Say ‘Yes, thank you.’ in Japanese
はい、ありがとうございます。
はい、ありがとうございます。
💬 Usage Tip: [ありがとうございます] (a-ri-ga-to-u go-za-i-ma-su) is a must-know phrase showing gratitude.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Saying thank you is a fundamental part of Japanese etiquette and is crucial in every aspect of daily life.
Phrase Breakdown
はいはい
hai
yes
A polite affirmation or agreement.
はい、そうです。
Yes, that's right.
ありがとうありがとう
arigatō
thank you
Expresses gratitude.
ありがとう。
Thank you.
ございますございます
gozai
politeness suffix
Adds formality to the phrase.
ありがとうございます。
Thank you very much.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
はいはい
[hai]
yes
Affirmative answer to a question.
はい、できます。
Yes, I can do it.
ありがとうありがとう
[arigatou]
thank you
An expression of gratitude.
ありがとう、感謝します。
Thank you, I appreciate it.
ございござい
[gozai]
formal ending
Part of formal expressions.
お世話になっております。
Thank you for your support.
ますます
[masu]
is
State of being or existence.
彼は元気です。
He is well.
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