挨拶する
To greet in Japanese is 挨拶する.
The verb 挨拶する means to meet and give salutations. You can also express this by using the noun 挨拶 followed by the verb をする to mean performing a greeting.
Meaning: intransitive: to meet and give salutations (verb)
What does it mean word for word?
The word 挨拶 consists of the noun 挨拶, which means greeting or salutation.
How does it change in a sentence?
The past tense of 挨拶する is 挨拶した. To make a polite request, use the form 挨拶してください.
When do people say it?
Bowing is a traditional way to show respect in Japanese culture and is often used alongside verbal greetings.
Did you know?
- The word 挨拶 originates from a Buddhist practice where monks would recite a specific phrase to 'set the mood' or 'clear the air' before starting a religious ceremony.
- While bowing is common, a 挨拶 in a very formal setting can be performed without speaking at all, as the physical gesture carries the full weight of the greeting.
- The phrase 挨拶回りに行く describes the specific act of making a round of visits to several clients or partners just to maintain a relationship without any business agenda.
Examples in context
- 目上の人に対して帽子をとって挨拶するべきです。You should greet your betters by tipping your hat.This sentence shows how to greet your betters.Tatoeba #477446 by blay_paul, translation #477448 by blay_paul
- 一日の生活は朝が勝負ですから、毎朝元気に人の前で挨拶する姿がたいへん大切です。The course of a day is determined during the morning, so it is important to greet people in good spirits.This sentence describes the importance of greeting people in good spirits in the morning.Tatoeba #774598 by marloncori, translation #9981474 by tsp_2
- そうそう、彼に挨拶するときにはちゃんと彼の首を絞めて、力一杯でね。彼はきっと喜ぶよ。That's right, when you greet him you must strangle him with all your strength. He'll be glad.This sentence uses 挨拶する in a humorous context.Tatoeba #1327745 by marcelostockle, translation #1327748 by marcelostockle
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
