A1 Expression Formal

〜と申します

~to moushimasu

My name is ~ (polite).

Practice it

Meaning

A humble way to state one's own name.

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Cultural Background

The bow (ojigi) is almost always performed while saying this phrase.

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Always use surname

In business, use your surname, not your first name.

Meaning

A humble way to state one's own name.

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Always use surname

In business, use your surname, not your first name.

Test Yourself

Which is the correct way to introduce yourself to a new boss?

Choose the best option.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 田中と申します。

This is the humble, formal way to introduce yourself.

🎉 Score: /1

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which is the correct way to introduce yourself to a new boss? Choose A1

Choose the best option.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 田中と申します。

This is the humble, formal way to introduce yourself.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it is very polite.

Related Phrases

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初めまして

builds on

Nice to meet you.

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