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Expression
Informal
Meaning
Informal greeting to someone returning home.
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Cultural Background
The 'Tadaima/Okaeri' exchange is the bedrock of Japanese family life. In many Western cultures, greetings are more flexible and less ritualized.
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Smile!
Always smile when saying Okaeri to make it sound warm.
Meaning
Informal greeting to someone returning home.
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Smile!
Always smile when saying Okaeri to make it sound warm.
Test Yourself
Who should you say 'Okaeri' to?
Which person is appropriate for 'Okaeri'?
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Your best friend
Okaeri is for close relationships only.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises
Who should you say 'Okaeri' to?
Choose
A1
Which person is appropriate for 'Okaeri'?
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Your best friend
Okaeri is for close relationships only.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is too informal. Use 'Okaerinasai' or 'Otsukaresama'.
Related Phrases
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ただいま
synonymI'm home
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お疲れ様
similarGood job
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