How to Say ‘Thank you very much’ in Japanese
よろしくお願いします
よろしくおねがいします
💬 Usage Tip: Combines request for good favor with gratitude.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Often used when establishing new relationships or agreements.
Phrase Breakdown
よろしく
お願いします
Word-by-Word Breakdown
よろしくよろしく
[yoroshiku]
please
A polite expression used when making a request.
よろしくお願いいたします。
I humbly ask for your favor.
おお
[o]
polite prefix
Used to show respect or politeness.
お元気ですか？
Are you well?
願いねがい
[negai]
request
A polite request for something.
お願いがあります。
I have a request.
しし
[shi]
do
Indicates an action or occurrence.
宿題をします。
I will do my homework.
ますます
[masu]
politeness marker
Used to indicate politeness.
手伝いますか？
Shall I help?
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