🇯🇵 How to say

“thank you” in Japanese

ありがとうありがとう
Illustration of "thank you" in a Japanese cultural setting
A young girl hands a gift to her friend at a birthday party. The friend smiles and says 'ありがとう' as she receives the pres…

Usage note

The phrase 'ありがとう' is a common way to express gratitude in Japanese. It's polite and can be used in many situations, making it an essential phrase for everyday conversations.

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