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2008.07.15(Review of 2004.07.13 edition)
Hello! Today we take a look at the traditional formal greeting of Japan - a gesture that can express humility, respect, and gracious welcome. And when expertly performed, it's a delight to the eye!
BOW お辞儀をする、お辞儀
- To bow (verb) to someone is to greet them, say goodbye, or show them respect by bending your head or upper body forward.
A bow (noun) is this action. - bow は、出会いや別れの挨拶をしたり、敬意を表すために、頭を下げたり、上半身を前かがみにしたりする、つまり、お辞儀をする、という意味です。
名詞形も bow です。
- The students got up from their seats and bowed to their teacher at the beginning of class.
- a: Do Japanese people bow when they say hello?
b: Usually just older Japanese or in more formal situations. - You can show someone more respect by bowing more deeply.
- When we arrived at the ryokan, we were greeted with a bow by a woman in kimono.
We'll be waiting to welcome you back here tomorrow!