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JLPT N3 Grammar

さしあげる

N3Other

N3 · Other · nounを + さしあげる

Meaning

humbly give

Structure

nounを + さしあげる

Explanation

さしあげる is the humble form of あげる, used when the speaker's side gives something to a respected person.

Usage

In real conversation it can sound overly formal, so use it according to context.

Example

お客様にパンフレットをさしあげました。

I gave the customer a brochure.

Common Mistake

For close friends, あげる is usually enough.

Memory Tip

Memorize “te-form verb + さしあげる” as one fixed chunk, then practice by replacing words in the example sentence. Learn the connection first, then the nuance.

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Other uses with the same form

These entries share the same written form, but the level, structure, or grammar scene differs. Learn them separately.

さしあげるN4

N4 · Honorifics · 人に + nounを + さしあげる

humbly give

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