How to say 'Thanks' in Japanese | 礼

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The Japanese word for Thanks is 'Rei', written as 礼 in Japanese.'Thanks' in hiragana is れい.

word

礼

Meaning

Thanks

Reading

れい

rei

Kanji

礼Bow, Salute

Explanation

The Japanese noun '礼 (れい)' primarily means 'thanks' or 'gratitude'. It is often used in formal contexts to express appreciation or acknowledgment. This word can also refer to a bow or gesture of respect, which is a common way to show gratitude in Japanese culture. For example: He expressed his thanks「彼は礼を言った」(かれはれいをいった). She bowed in gratitude「彼女は礼をした」(かのじょはれいをした). The word is deeply tied to cultural practices of politeness and respect, making it essential in formal interactions.

Part Of Speech

noun

Kanji JLPT

Kanji Grade

Frequency

2032

Composition

kanji

Handwriting

Kanji in the Word 礼

This word contains 1 kanji character:

kanji

礼

Meaning

Bow, Salute

Words Related to 礼 Through the Kanji 礼

These 4 Words contain the Kanji 礼 as well.

word

失礼

Meaning

Excuse, Rude

word

お礼

Meaning

Thanks

word

儀礼

Meaning

Etiquette

word

礼儀

Meaning

Manners

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What does 'Rei' (礼) mean?

'Rei' means 'Thanks' .

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