Meaning
Politically declining an offer.
Cultural Background
Refusing an offer is an art. Using 'Kekkou desu' shows you respect the other person's offer while maintaining your own needs. In business, 'Kekkou desu' is a professional way to say 'no' without burning bridges.
Tone matters
Smile when you say it. It prevents the phrase from sounding like you are angry.
Meaning
Politically declining an offer.
Tone matters
Smile when you say it. It prevents the phrase from sounding like you are angry.
Test Yourself
Which is the most polite way to decline a bag at a store?
Clerk: 袋は必要ですか？
This is the standard polite response.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesClerk: 袋は必要ですか？
This is the standard polite response.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is perfect for the office.
Related Phrases
大丈夫です
similarI'm fine / No thanks
お気遣いなく
builds onPlease don't worry about it
遠慮します
synonymI will refrain
