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[()·しゃく()]
eshaku
noun, suru verb

English Meaning(s) for 会釈

noun, suru verb
  1. slight bow (as a greeting or sign of gratitude); nod; salutation
  2. consideration; thoughtfulness

Definition and Synonyms for 会釈

Sympathize be understanding of
Synonyms: わかる, 了解, 会得, 会釈, 受け取る, 同情, 同感, 理解, 飲み込む
Bow bend one's knee or body, or lower one's head
Synonyms: かがむ, かがめる, 会釈, 低頭, 辞儀, お辞儀
Bow bend the head or the upper part of the body in a gesture of respect or greeting
Synonyms: 一礼, 会釈, 辞儀, お辞儀, 額ずく
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
Salute an act of greeting with friendly words and gestures like bowing or lifting the hat
Synonyms: 会釈, 挨拶
Bowing bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame or greeting
Synonyms: 会釈, お辞儀

Meanings for each kanji in 会釈

» meeting; meet; party; association; interview; join
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Categories 会釈 is a member of

Gesticulate show, express or direct through movement
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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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Motion the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals
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Change Posture undergo a change in bodily posture
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Reverence an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy)
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 会釈

Sample Sentences for 会釈

I have a nodding acquaintance with him.
When he met the lady, he raised his hat.
He nodded to me as he passed.
I have a nodding acquaintance with her.
I don't know any more about him. I know him, but only to say hello to.

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