PrettyFluent
This is just a lesson preview. Get the interactive lesson free on PrettyFluent
😊👍

How to Say ‘I am looking forward to it’ in Japanese

お待ちしております

おまちしております

💬 Usage Tip: A formal phrase commonly used to express anticipation.

🇯🇵 In Japan: Frequently used by staff as a courteous closing remark, enhancing customer relations.

Phrase Breakdown

お待ちおまち

Waiting

Polite form of waiting.

Example

お待ちしています。

I am waiting.

してして

Doing

Indicates ongoing action or state.

Example

読んでいます。

I am reading.

おりますおります

I am

Polite way to say 'I am doing'.

Example

伺っております。

I am coming.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

おお

[o]

polite prefix

A prefix to add politeness, commonly before actions.

Example

お待ちしております。

I will be waiting.

待ちまち

[machi]

wait

Remain in expectation or anticipation for something.

Example

少し待ってください。

Please wait a moment.

しし

[shi]

do (formal)

A polite form of the verb 'to do' in Japanese.

Example

お手伝いします。

I will help.

てて

[te]

te-form

Used to connect verbs or indicate requests.

Example

見てください。

Please look.

おりおり

[ori]

to be (polite)

Polite form indicating a respectful action.

Example

お待ちしております。

I will be waiting.

ますます

[masu]

polite suffix

Adds politeness to verbs in formal speech.

Example

行きます。

I am going.

Get the Full Learning Experience

This lesson is just a preview. Download PrettyFluent to practice pronunciation, roleplay conversations, and master vocabulary with spaced repetition.

Pronunciation Feedback

AI-powered speech recognition to perfect your accent

Spaced Repetition

Retain vocabulary long-term with smart practice

Immersive Roleplaying

Practice real conversations with AI partners

Custom Scenarios

Request lessons tailored to your specific needs

Download PrettyFluent on the App StoreGet Full Lesson

What Learners Are Saying

“Teaching in Osaka and I wanted to connect with my students beyond the classroom. The everyday conversation scenarios made my Japanese feel natural, not textbook-y.”

Mia S., 25, English Teacher

“Moved to Tokyo and the polite vs. casual speech levels were killing me. This app breaks it all down with real scenarios. My coworkers noticed the difference in weeks.”

Kevin Z., 31, Game Developer

“I tried five different apps before this one. The roleplay conversations are what finally made things click. I actually remember what I learn now.”

Sofia R., 31, Marketing Manager