How to say 'Acknowledgment' in Japanese | 承知

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Meaning

Acknowledgment

Reading

Kanji

承Consent 知Know

Explanation

The Japanese verbal noun '承知 (しょうち)' primarily means 'acknowledgment' or 'understanding'. It is often used in formal contexts to indicate that one has understood or acknowledged something, such as a request or information. For example: I understand your request「ご依頼は承知しました」(ごいらいはしょうちしました). It can also be used to express consent or agreement in a polite manner. For instance: I will take care of it as per your request「ご要望の通り承知いたしました」(ごようぼうのとおりしょうちいたしました). This term is commonly used in business or formal settings to show respect and politeness.

Part Of Speech

verbal noun

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Frequency

4276

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