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JLPT N4 Grammar

尊敬語

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N4 · Other · お〜になる / 特殊尊敬verb

Meaning

honorific language

Structure

お〜になる / 特殊尊敬verb

Explanation

Honorific language raises the actions, state, or status of the listener or a third person.

Usage

Common special honorific verbs include いらっしゃる, おっしゃる, and なさる.

Example

お客様は二階の会場にいらっしゃいます。

The customer is in the venue on the second floor.

Common Mistake

Do not use honorific language for your own actions.

Memory Tip

Honorific language raises the other person.

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