Keigo: The Language of Respect - 敬語文化と日本語

Keigo: The Language of Respect – 敬語文化と日本語 Scene Description At a company reception desk, a new employee politely greets a visitor using keigo. Nearby, a senior colleague observes quietly. In the background, another employee takes a business call using formal expressions. The atmosphere is serious but warm. Natural Japanese Expressions Using Keigo Greeting a Guest 「いらっしゃいませ」(Irasshaimase) – “Welcome” (very polite) 「お待たせいたしました」(Omatase itashimashita) – “Sorry to have kept you waiting” Answering a Call 「株式会社〇〇でございます」(Kabushikigaisha ○○ de gozaimasu) – “This is 〇〇 Corporation (very formal)” 「少々お待ちくださいませ」(Shoushou omachi kudasaimase) – “Please wait a moment (very polite)” Talking to a Senior 「ご確認いただけますでしょうか?」(Gokakunin itadakemasu deshou ka?) – “Could you kindly confirm this?” 「よろしくお願いいたします」(Yoroshiku onegai itashimasu) – “I humbly ask for your favor” Cultural Points and Expression Background 「いらっしゃいませ」 – Welcome (very polite) ...