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[あい()·さつ()]
aisatsu
noun, suru verb, no adjective, expression

English Meaning(s) for 挨拶

noun, suru verb, no adjective
  1. greeting; greetings; salutation; salute; condolences; congratulations (polite set phrase used when meeting or parting from somebody)
  2. speech (congratulatory or appreciative); address
  3. reply; response
  4. revenge; retaliation
expression
  1. a fine thing to say (used sarcastically as a response to a rude remark; usu. in the form of ご挨拶)
  2. dialoging (with another Zen practitioner to ascertain their level of enlightenment) (orig. meaning)
noun
  1. relationship (between people); connection
  2. intervention; mediation; mediator

Definition and Synonyms for 挨拶

Greet send greetings to
Synonyms: 挨拶, ご挨拶
Recognize express greetings upon meeting someone
Synonyms: 挨拶, ご挨拶
Salutation an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting)
Synonyms: 会釈, 挨拶, ご挨拶, 敬礼, 目礼, 辞儀, お辞儀, 頭語
Well-Wishing an expression of good will from one person to another
Synonyms: 挨拶
Salute an act of greeting with friendly words and gestures like bowing or lifting the hat
Synonyms: 会釈, 挨拶
Salutation an act of honor or courteous recognition
Synonyms: 挨拶, 敬礼

Meanings for each kanji in 挨拶

» push open
» be imminent

Categories 挨拶 is a member of

Communicate transmit thoughts or feelings
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Address speak to someone
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Acknowledgment a statement acknowledging something or someone
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Salutation an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting)
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Recognition approval
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 挨拶

Sample Sentences for 挨拶

He bade us welcome.
It is polite of this boy to greet me.
They went by without saying 'hello'.
Mr. Tanaka and his son always take the time to greet me, and even helped me carry my things earlier.
She greeted me with a pleasant smile.

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