Japanese Business manners & etiquettes

Be polite

Whether it's the workplace or anywhere in Japan, being polite is the foremost thing. In situations where you need to talk or discuss things with your seniors or manager, you have to be polite. Being polite to the youngest person or the junior at the workplace means you are respecting that person.

Be punctual

Japanese people respect others' time & they are very punctual. If you want to work in a Japanese company anywhere or in Japan, you will have to follow the given timings. In Japan, arriving 10 minutes prior is considered normal & respectful. Being on time or early to the meeting or any place is a good trait that is ideal for making a good impression. It helps to build a healthy & reliable relation for business. 

Business cards 

Business cards play an essential role when we talk about business manners. The order of giving the business cards starts with the most senior person to the most junior. Business cards are called “Meishi” in Japanese. Few important things that you need to know are as follows:

The business cards are given & received with two hands. While giving & receiving the cards, Japanese people bow a little. After receiving the card, it is usually placed on the table first instead of keeping it inside. It is a good habit since it helps to remember the name & title of the person. Incorporating all these things at the workplace shows a good personality & manners. The custom of exchanging business cards with one hand & receiving it with another hand at the same time is also practiced in Japan. 

Greetings 

We all are aware of the richness of Japanese culture. Japanese people at the time of greeting don't shake a hand, but a bow. It is more unusual than the western culture of doing handshakes. If the other person voluntarily uses the handshake for greeting, it is fine if you do the same. Slight bowing is also considered a good sign. It is not always about perfection but politeness & manners. 

Let’s learn some basic greetings that come in handy at the workplace or business -

Good morning - Ohayou Gozaimasu 

Hello (on phone ) - Moshi Moshi 

Thank you for the help - Arigatou Gozaimasu, Otsukaresama deshita, O sewa ni narimashita

Sorry to disturb you - Shitsureishimasu / shitsureiitashilasu

Be prepared

Japanese people are well prepared for their business meetings, right from the required documents to the business cards. They are very organized to keep the important things neatly. In the case of printed documents, it is considered ideal to provide a copy for everyone who is a part of the meeting. 

Wait for the seat

In Japan, it is considered rude if you sit before the host, boss, or before being directed by someone. Guests or clients are advised to sit far from the entrance door to have the least disturbance when someone comes & goes. In the conference room (Kaigishitsu), wait for the designated seat. If there are no designated seats, wait for the instructions. 

Business attire 

Japanese business attire is the same as that of European countries. In Japan, people at work generally wear dark-colored suits like black or navy blue. During the winter season, one has to take off the jacket & coat outside the office before any conference or presentation.

Bowing

Bowing is Japan’s most common cultural aspect depicting respect for others. There are types of bowing depending on the situation. During greeting someone, normal slight bowing is accepted. At the time of business meetings, presentations, Japanese people bow a little more & hold it for a couple of seconds compared to a slight bowing.

Building relations

The business culture in Japan focuses mainly on relationships. Learning & implementing the Japanese etiquettes & other values such as their modesty, being polite, and so on are the things that are the building blocks. Once the trust is built, Japanese people won’t mind proceeding with the business deals. 

Ways of saying "To wear" in Japanese

 In our recent blog of "Peculiarities of the Japanese language," we had mentioned one point that you all were curious to know in detail.

So here we are today to give you the information about the various verbs for wearing different things.

Kaburu:

We wear the cap, hat, or helmet on our heads. When mentioning these things, we have to use the verb "Kaburu". For instance, if one wants to say that "I am wearing a black cap". In Japanese, it can be said like 

私は黒い帽子をかぶっています。

“Watashi wa kuroi boushi o kabutte imasu.”

Kiru:

You all must be knowing that traditional Japanese dress is referred to as Kimono. During festivals or marriage ceremonies, this traditional attire is worn. However, at workplaces or otherwise, the common attire is western style- Shirt, coat, suit, trouser & skirt etc. 

When one wants to use the verb "kiru" it only includes the things that we wear above the waist. To give one simple example, if one wants to say that he is wearing a white shirt- he may say that 

私は白いシャツを着ます。

"Watashi wa shiroi shatsu o kimasu." 

Japanese people can use this verb when wearing the traditional Japanese outfit- Kimono. Since the kimono is long, it covers the full body. Hence when talking about the outfit that is a one-piece, we have to use the verb Kiru. But, this verb cannot be used for trousers or skirts etc. 

Haku:

Since western attire is now widely used in Japan, Japanese people use the "Haku '' verb, when they want to say that they are wearing the trouser, skirts.  In addition to this we can use this verb for footwear 

(hakimono　履物) like shoes, slippers, sandals & socks etc.  

Example- 妹はスカートを履きます。

“Imouto wa sukaato o hakimasu.”

Younger sister is wearing a skirt.

Kakeru: 

This verb in Japanese has a lot of meanings used in various kinds of situations. 

When we talk about wearing glasses in Japanese, the Kakeru verb is used. めがねをかける　“Megane o Kakeru” or when talking about the sunglasses we can say サンガラスをかける　“Sangarasu o kakeru”

Even for wearing a medal, kakeru can be used. 

メダルをかける　“Medaru o kakeru.”

Maku:

For the things that we wear/roll around our neck, like a muffler or scarf, we can use the verb Maku. 

If you are wearing a muffler around your neck during the winter season, we can say that -

 私はマフラーを巻いています。

“watashi wa mafuraa o maite imasu.”

Hameru:

Before learning Japanese, no one could have imagined this unique thing about the Japanese language that talks about wearing even the finger ring. To put on the ring is used with the verb "Hameru".

The Finger ring is known as "Yubiwa". The word Yubiwa consists of "Yubi" - finger & "Wa" - ring. 

私は若い頃から指輪をはめています。

“Watashi wa wakai koro kara yubiwa o hamete imasu.”

I have been wearing a finger ring since I was young.

Shimeru:

For fastening or tightening the necktie or belt, the "Shimeru" verb is used in the Japanese language. 

At workplaces, where we have to wear a necktie, you can use this specific verb. 

For instance -

社長は赤いネクタイを締めています。

“Shachou wa akai nekutai o shimete imasu.”

Company president is wearing a red necktie.

Tsukeru:

Things like jewellery & perfumes have become now a part of everyday life. It is necessary to know the verb for these things. Tsukeru verb portrays the idea of wearing different kinds of accessories, makeup, perfume & so on. 

香水をつける　

“Kousui o tsukeru” 

To wear perfume. 

ネックレスをつける　

“Nekkuresu o tsukeru” 

 To wear a necklace. 

Suru:

This is a verb that makes things simpler while communicating in Japanese. 

We can use this verb for things like watches, gloves & many other accessories. Though there are specific verbs for each thing, using the verb "Suru" is considered normal. 

Wearing gloves can be said like 手袋をしています。

“Tebukuro o shite imasu.”

And wearing wrist watch is 腕時計をしています。

“Udedeokei o shite imasu.”

Kigaeru:

This verb is made up of the two verbs separately. Kiru + Kaeru 

(着る kiru = to wear )

(替える kaeru - to change)

The kanji depicts the meaning of changing clothes - 着替える (Kigaeru)

To give one example here,

私はパーティーに行くために着替えをしようと思います。

“Watashi wa paati ni iku tame ni kigae o shiyou to omoimasu.”

I am thinking of changing clothes for the party. 

Golden Temple of Japan and Golden temple of India

 Golden temple of Japan

KINKAKUJI

The Golden Temple of Japan is the most famous and historical Buddhist temple. The temple was built in 1937, However, it was burnt by a monk student Hayashi Yoken in 1950, and rebuilt in 1955. The length of the temple is 11.7m and 8.5 mm and the height is 12.5 m. This is not an exact quantity, but around 20kgs of Gold has been used for the plating. This Golden temple was built by Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, originated as his villa. The temple is located in Kyoto, the southern side of Japan. This temple is popularly known as KINKAKUJI. The name Kinkakuji is derived from the gold leaf that the pavilion is covered with. Here KIN means gold, KAKU means a palace or building, and TERA is a temple. And ROKUON-JI is the official name of this O-tera (temple). 

It is one of the most attractive places in Kyoto. The easy and cheap way to get to Kinkakuji is by bus. Buses depart from the main station terminal. Once you reach Kinkakuji, you need to pay the entry fee of 400 JPY (around 270 INR). However, you can not go inside the temple. During the autumn, the falling of red and yellow leaves and the reflection in the pond makes it more beautiful, that you can not take your eyes away. In the winter, the temple covered in Ice is the scenic beauty one should never miss. Along with the Kinkakuji, with around 15 mins walking distance, there are other two temples, named Ginkakuji also known as a silver temple, and Kiyomizudera. Around the temple, there are not many restaurants, or shops located.

KIYOMIZUDERA

GINKAKUJI

The Golden temple of India

GOLDEN TEMPLE

Golden Temple of India is a Sikh Gurudwara, located in Amritsar, Punjab. Founded by 5th Sikh guru, Guru Arjan Dev. When it was originally built, gold was not used. It is 4177 sqft in size. In 1809, Maharaja Ranjit Singh applied marble and copper. And in 1830, it was overlaid with the Gold foil. At that time around 750Kgs of Gold had been used. Gold has been reapplied in the 90s. And around 160Kg more gold is going to be applied. This Sikh Gurudwara is popularly known as ‘The Golden temple of India’, also known as, Harmandir Sahib, Darbar Sahib.

Though it is a Sikh Gurudwara, it is open for all religions and with no entrance fee and langar. Langar is a portion of food provided by the Temple. However, traditional attire is mandatory and the head must be covered by Dupatta (veil).

To get to Golden temple, there are direct flights from all major cities, however, due to the Fogg flight delays could occur. Another option is the train. Amritsar is divided into old and new parts. Golden temple comes under the old part. It is located 15 minutes from the railway station. Temple management committee gives the service of the free shuttle buses. The best season to visit the temple is October-November, February-March, As in the summer, it gets hotter and very cold in winter.

Japanese Education System

The Japanese education system is different & ideal as it emphasizes building a base for their responsibilities & ensuring that children are capable of cleaning, caring & being polite. You must be aware that children in Japanese schools clean their classrooms, cafeterias & even toilets. 

A great thinker, Clarence Thomas said - 

"Good manners will open doors that the best education cannot"

Japanese people believe in practical knowledge by giving children a chance to exhibit manners. In Japanese schools, the most common scenario is children having their meal together. This makes them learn table manners, sharing of food, eating healthy food.

In this blog, we are going to give you a brief introduction to the Japanese education system. 

Nursery- 0-5 years 

保育園 - Houikuen

The number of children going to nursery school is high in Japan since both parents are working. Though it is not compulsory to go to nursery, it is common in Japan. 

Kindergarten - 4-5 years

幼稚園 - Youchien

Kindergarten is also not a mandatory schooling system in Japan.

Children who are 4-5 years old go to kindergarten. A child learns many activities & social skills during this phase. They make students write essays on various topics and read aloud in front of the class to overcome stage fear.

Elementary / Primary school - 6 years-12 years 

小学校 - Shougakkou

In Japan, for elementary school students, the school does not conduct examinations till 4th Grade. They consider that at this age, children should establish good manners & develop a personality first instead of testing their knowledge through exams. 

During this first period of schooling, children learn to respect people around them, animals, nature & so on. At a very young age, they also learn to be generous & empathetic. 

Japanese people appreciate the principle of Morals > Study.

Junior high school - 12 years -15 years

中学校 -Chuugakkou

In most junior schools in Japan, school uniforms are compulsory.

In Japan, there are many Government & Private schools. 

The fee structure varies from Government schools to Private schools. School subjects for junior high school are more or less the same as primary school, that includes, Mathematics, Japanese, English, Homemamaking, Arts, Social studies, Music and many more. 

High school - 15 years - 17 years 

高校 - Koukou

Students enter high school at the age of 15 years & study for three years. Compulsory subjects include Mathematics (Suugaku- 数学), Japanese

(Nihongo - 日本語), English (Eigo - 英語), Social studies 

(Shakaika - 社会科）

Other subjects that are incorporated during this phase of schooling are for the overall development & based on children's likes. 98% of students go to high school in Japan. 

College/University 

大学 - Daigaku

University students are known as  Daigakusei - 大学生 

The students of 18-21 years go to university. While being a part of the university, some students even do their part-time jobs (Arubaito).

A college education is not mandatory for all in Japan. Approximately 53.3% of students go to University. The fees for University are average 5.4 Lakh Yen

(Indian Rs- 3.5 Lakh) 

To lessen the burden of the educational fees, students in Japan can opt for Education loans & even Scholarships once they pass the entrance exam.

(Nyuugaku Shiken -入学試験)

 In Japanese schools, students also conduct cultural events, exhibitions, etc. Japanese people are keen to learn many new things, such as learning English, Hindi, or other languages, Yoga, and so on.

Japanese titles used after names

  To address people suffixes such as ~San, ~Kun, ~Chan are used in Japanese. These titles are mainly used with surnames. One may call others just by their names if they have close relationships with each other. Let's learn with whom these titles can be used.

1) ~さん San: ( Satou San)

It is the most commonly used way of addressing people, irrespective of their gender. It can be used in most situations. This suffix is added after the name of the person. It is equivalent to Mr. / Ms. or Mr. / Mrs etc.

Japanese people never address others just by their name, they use "San" which shows respect. 

2) ~様 Sama: (Satou Sama)

It is a more polite form of san & it is the most honorific word that is commonly used towards customers, guests & divine Gods. 

Examples, Okyaku-sama (customers), Kami-sama (God)

 

3) ~くん Kun: (Satou-kun)

It is an informal title used for boys and men who are younger than

you. This is used to address those of junior status. 

4) ~ちゃん Chan: (Satou-chan)

It is an informal title used for young children (girls and boys) and close friends or family members. Chan is used in cases where people know each other for a long time. 

5) ~先生 Sensei: (Satou-sensei)

Sensei refers to those who are in the field of education.

It is commonly used for Teachers, as its real meaning is a teacher.

One may use it for Doctors, Artists, and so on.

6) ~先輩 Senpai: (Satou-senpai)　

Senpai means a senior who is more experienced. It is normally used for your seniors at the workplace, college or University & even clubs, etc. Senpai is used even without attaching a person's name. 

7) ~博士 Hakase: (Satou-hakase)

Hakase is addressed to people who are highly experts in academics.

In English, it refers to a person who has done a Ph.D. 

For instance- Satou Hakase (Professor / Dr Satou) 

8) ~殿 Dono:(Satou-dono)

Dono was the commonly used suffix in the Edo era, equivalent to the “san”. Nowadays it is mainly used in mails.

9) ~氏 Shi (Satou-shi)

Shi is used like Mr./Mrs. For the third person. It is generally used in a written language, such as emails, etc. It is an honorific suffix.

Ways of saying Sorry in Japanese

Apologizing for someone never makes a person low on others’ eyes. Accepting your mistake is courageous and Japanese people never fail in it. Let’s take a look at how Japanese people apologize to someone. 

1. Sumimasen

Sumimasen is the most usual and formal term used for sorry. This can also be used as ‘Excuse me’ in some situations like calling an unknown person, a waiter in the restaurant, etc. This can also be used as a Thank you in some situations. Click here to know more about it. This is a more polite term used with anyone, could be your friends, elders, etc. 

Sumanai/Suimasen- This is a verbal term. The informal way to say sorry. Could be used with friends or close ones.

Suman- Suman is nothing but a shortened form of Sumimasen. A very informal and casual form usually used by males.

Sumimasendeshita/ sumanakatta- This is the past tense of Sumimasen, and it is used for apologizing for the mistake you made in the past.

2. Gomen nasai

This is a less polite and casual phrase than Sumimasen. Generally used among friends, family, etc. This could be shortened as Gomen/Gomen ne.

3. Moushi wake nai/ arimasen/ gozaimasen

This is a more polite and formal form than the above ones. This term is most commonly used in the business Japanese language. The only difference is, Gozaimasen is a polite form of Arimasen. Could be shortened as Moushi wake nai(desu). If you want to say ‘I am extremely sorry’ you can say Taihen moushi wake gozaimasen. This is the utmost polite and respectful form of saying sorry. 

Keep in mind this phrase is mainly used with the seniors or in the business fields. It may sound weird to Japanese people if you casually use this. 

4. Warui

Warui means bad. This is the most casual and informal term used by males. 

A: Osoi yo! (You are late)

B: Ah~! Warui warui ( ohh! Sorry sorry)

5. Shitsurei shimasu/Itashimasu

Shitsurei shimasu is used for apologizing for disturbing someone, sorry to disturb you. When you want to enter someone’s room or talk to someone busy with his/her work, shitsurei shimasu/itashimasu is used.

Oyasumino tokoro shitsurei shimasu- sorry for disturbing your rest.

Shitsurei shimasu is also used before cutting the phone. 

6. Osore irimasu

Osore irimasu is usually written in mails, which means ‘to be sorry, to feel small’. This is used when you want to request someone, especially at work. 

• Osoreirimasu ga nouki no gokakunin wo onegai itashimasu

 I am sorry but could you check and confirm the delivery dates?

• Taihen osore irimasu ga 6/14made henshin wo kibou itashimasu.

We apologize for the inconvenience, but we would like to receive a reply by 6/14 (Monday).

7. Owabi moushi agemasu

This phrase is the most polite way to say sorry. This is used when someone has done something very serious. This is the utmost way of apologizing used in extreme situations.

These are some ways of saying sorry in Japanese. But keep in mind that, apologizing in polite ways does not sound cool every time but could sound weird to Japanese people. You have to use it according to the situation.

Peculiarities of Japanese Language

 Peculiarities of Japanese Language

Every language has its beauty & specialities. In the same manner, Japanese (Nihongo) has its own rules, peculiarities. Japanese is a very polite & sweet language like Japanese people (Nihonjin). If you wish to start learning Japanese, the following things you must know. Knowing these facts will blow your mind.

Japanese writing styles :

1. Yokogaki よこがき　横書き 

2. Tategaki たてがき  縦書き

Japanese has two writing styles.

Yokogaki 横書き  One is Horizontal writing which is a usual European writing style. (The kanji for Yoko represents the meaning sideways or horizontal & 

Kaki is writing) 

This writing style is used in school textbooks, some software & other documents. 

Tategaki  縦書き - Traditionally Japanese used to write vertically from right to left, top to bottom. You will see Japanese newspapers & some magazines etc written vertically. Occasionally there is a blend of Yokogaki & Tategaki in Japanese newspapers. 

The modern Era

The growing digitalization & mobile phones have changed the Japanese writing patterns from vertical to horizontal. Further, the Japanese script was meant to write it vertically & writing horizontally was initially felt different & weird. But, as things like technology, the internet has made Japanese reading & writing easy. 

Sentence formation:

Unlike European languages, Grammar (Bunpou-文法) & sentences are easy to understand if you know one of the Asian Languages. 

Here, we would like to show you one difference between Japanese languages &

English. In English, we form sentences as

Subject+ Verb+ Object 

For example- I eat Mango.

Now we will make the same sentence in Japanese with 

Subject + Object + Verb 

For example- Watashi wa mango o tabemasu.

(私はマンゴーを食べます) 

Articles: NO!

Articles & the use of language go hand in hand. Many of us get scared when we see the articles that we have to use in the sentences. But do not worry! Because In Japanese, there are no articles in the Grammar. 

We got Particles

The Japanese language uses particles in the sentences to indicate the subject & objects. 

Some of the primary particles are Wa (は), O (を), Ni (に)

The above-specified particles indicate the subject, object, place, or specific time, and so on.

Besides these, there is a particle for the action which happens at a particular place. Also, some particles express affirmation or confirmation. 

No plural forms :

Yes, you are reading it correctly. In Japanese, there are no plural forms. Like, there is not much Grammar involved while making plural forms. For some words, like students, we all, you all or Children, etc 

"Tachiー たち” is added as a suffix. Let's see some of the above-mentioned words in their plural forms.

Students- Gakusei tachi

がくせいたち - 学生達

We all- Watashi tachi

わたしたち - 私達

You all- Anata tachi 

あなた達

Children- Kodomo tachi

こどもたち  - 子供達

No Future Tense :

The Japanese language has no specific future tense. 

The future tense is equivalent to the present tense. So the meaning of the sentence depends on the context of what the speaker has said. The words used while communicating or writing depict the nature of the sentence. 

I go to school - Watashi wa gakkou e ikimasu.

私は学校へ行きます。

Tomorrow I will go to school - Watashi wa ashita gakkou e ikimasu.

私は明日学校へ行きます。

Both the sentences are given above used with the same verb -to go-

Ikimasu. However, in the second sentence, the ‘Ashita’ word expresses the meaning of tomorrow. Such types of sentences can be used for future tense. The time expressions make it simple for the usage of this kind of sentence. 

Counters for counting:

Counters are a unique part of the Japanese language that makes it stand out from all other languages.

There are a variety of counters ranging from counting small things to big animals. Namely, the counter for the count of the number of people is Nin 

(にん). If you are traveling alone to Japan, you can say that Nihon e Hitori de ikimasu. 

For detailed information about the counters will be shortly introduced.

Kanji script

Kanji script is an integral part of the Japanese language. 

Learning Kanji takes a little extra effort. Nevertheless, once you start learning the Kanji script, it becomes interesting to know varied combinations of Kanjis that create different words with altogether different meanings. 

It is a pictorial script that depicts the whole word in 1 or a combination of Kanji. After World War II, Japan borrowed the Kanji script from China. Kanji script has two readings.

On Yomi 音読み is the original Chinese pronunciation of the character at the time when it was introduced.  

Kun Yomi 訓読み is a Japanese way of reading Kanji. 

Sea - うみ 海  KAI is ON Yomi here & Umi is Kun Yomi

Outside - そと 外 GAI, Gai is ON Yomi here & Soto is Kun Yomi

Overseas or Abroad - かいがい 海外 Kaigai 

The above-given example is a combination word & by taking the ON Yomi of both the Kanjis. 

Lots of Homophones: Same sound & different meanings

In Japanese, the word Ame means Rain & Candy. If the Kanji is not given one may get confused as to which meaning to take if there is no context. 

On the other hand, If we write the word Ame in Kanji

雨(Rain) 飴(Candy), we get a clear idea.

This is just an example. There are plenty of words in Japanese which have similar pronunciations but different meanings & different Kanji. 

So let's get started with learning more homophones in the Japanese language.

Prolongation :  

We have now seen lots of peculiarities in the Japanese language. 

One more fact we are introducing to you here that distinctly shows the significance of pronunciation. 

The Japanese language has numerous vocabulary that has the prolongation of vowels. Sometimes, the words with the prolongation of vowels & without prolongation of vowels may create confusion. 

This confusion can be eliminated with the help of correct knowledge of pronunciation, Hiragana writing & Kanji.

To name a few words with & without prolongation & change in meanings. 

• おじ = Uncle  (Oji)

おじい = Grandfather (Ojii) 

• ぼし = Mother & child (Boshi) 

ぼうし = Hat, cap (Boushi) 

The above examples will help you understand that prolongation of vowels changes the meaning of the word altogether. 

Gender & use of expressions 

The Japanese language does not have gender-based Grammar rules for its words. 

We know the fact that Japanese people are very expressive while communicating with others. The Japanese language has a unique thing that traces the different expressions & some words as feminine & masculine.

Using these gender-specific expressions help you understand the speaker in a particular situation.

While talking about oneself, the common word used is Watashi　

(わたし - 私) 

If a male person wants to talk about himself, he may use the word Boku 

(ぼく- 僕）& the feminine word is Atashi (あたし)

The sentence that uses the expression "Wa" is considered to be said by a woman. For instance- Kore wa ii wa ne.　

これはいいわね - This is good, isn't it?

Some more cases of expressions that women use are "Kashira", 

"Yo ne", "Da wa" 

Men use expressions as Kana, Da, Dayo

To take here one example, that is easy 

Expressions by male - Yasashii - Nihongo wa yasashii kana!

にほんごはやさしいかな

Expressions by Female - Yasashii - Nihongo wa yasashii yo ne!

にほんごはやさしいよね

Different Verbs used for the verb -To wear (clothes) 

The Japanese language has a set of verbs used for indicating the

action for wearing the clothes. To begin with, Kaburu (かぶる）is the verb used for the things that we wear on the head like Hat/ Cap 

(帽子- Boushi) or Helmet, (ヘルメット - Herumetto) 

In addition to this, if one wants to say that he wants to wear a white shirt, he will say -Shiroi shatsu o kitai desu

 白いシャツを着たいです。 

For shirts, t-shirts, jackets, coats, sweaters, etc 

(above the waist) the verb - Kiru きる is used. 

 Haku はくverb used when one wants to talk about pants, trousers, shoes & socks (below the waist) in Japanese. To give one example, I am wearing black shoes- Watashi wa kuroi kutsu o haite imasu

 私は黒いくつをはいています

These prescribed verbs make it easy to understand the meaning of the sentences. At times, a beginner may find it difficult to remember these verbs, but once we get used to them, it is convenient & great for communication, especially when communicating with a Japanese person.

Stay tuned for detailed information about these verbs. 

Different verbs used for - To give & to receive 

Japanese people believe & follow the mannerism of respecting old or superiors. In Japanese, there are various verbs used following the age & seniority for giving & receiving. There are verbs that we can use for informal relations or the same level. 

To name here, 差し上げる Sashiageru is the verb used at the time when we give something to the person of higher position. 

It includes bosses, seniors, the elderly, etc. 

When one receives something from seniors, the office manager

 いただく Itadaku verb used. 

These verbs indicate the relationship between the people. 

 あげる Ageru shows giving & used when one does not know the specific verb for to give.

In the case of receiving, the general verb is くれる Kureru

くれる is also meant to give, but from the receiver’s point of you. This verb is used when someone else is giving or doing something for you.