A1 Expression Very Formal

お願いいたします

onegai itashimasu

I humbly request

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Meaning

A very polite way to make a request.

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Cultural Background

Politeness is a social lubricant. Using the right level of language prevents conflict. In Japanese companies, the 'itashimasu' form is expected in all external communication.

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Use in emails

Always end your business emails with this.

Meaning

A very polite way to make a request.

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Use in emails

Always end your business emails with this.

Test Yourself

Which is appropriate for a business email?

A: お願いします / B: お願いいたします

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: B

B is more formal and standard for business.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which is appropriate for a business email? Choose A1

A: お願いします / B: お願いいたします

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: B

B is more formal and standard for business.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it sounds too formal.

Related Phrases

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お願いします

synonym

Please

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よろしくお願いいたします

builds on

Please take care of this

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