Translation and Meaning of: 差し上げる - sashiageru
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 差し上げる (sashiageru) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: sashiageru
Kana: さしあげる
Type: verb
L: jlpt-n4
Translation / Meaning: to give; to sustain; rise; to offer
Meaning in English: to give;to hold up;to lift up;to offer
Definition: give something to someone.
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Explanation and Etymology - (差し上げる) sashiageru
The expression 「差し上げる」 (sashiageru) is one of the many Japanese verbs used to indicate the action of giving something to someone. This term is peculiar due to its use in formal and respectful contexts, aiming to show consideration for the interlocutor. 「差し上げる」 is the humble form of the verb 「あげる」 (ageru), which means "to give." In Japanese, it is common to use different verb forms to express respect, and 「差し上げる」 is one of those forms, reserved for situations where the speaker wants to place themselves in a position of humility when offering something.
Etymologically, 「差し上げる」 is composed of two kanji: 「差」(sa) and 「上げる」 (ageru). The kanji 「差」 can mean "difference" or "distinction," but it is also used in verbs that literally mean "to raise" or "to lift." On the other hand, 「上げる」 comes from a verb that by itself means "to give" or "to rise." When combined in 「差し上げる」, the basic meaning would be something like "to lift to give," which symbolically reflects the act of offering something with consideration and respect.
The use of 「差し上げる」 is more common when dealing with superiors or in more ceremonial situations. For example, when offering gifts or expressing wishes, it is common to use this verb. It is important to note that, in Japanese, hierarchy and social status play a significant role in the choice of verbs, and 「差し上げる」 emphasizes this cultural nuance, demonstrating that the Japanese language is rich in respectful forms of expression. Thus, understanding and using 「差し上げる」 appropriately can show not only mastery of the language but also cultural sensitivity.
Verbal conjugation of 差し上げる
See below a small list of verb conjugations: 差し上げる (sashiageru)
- 差し上げる - Base form
- 差し上げます - Keigo polite
- 差し上げよう - Volitional
- 差し上げた - Past
- 差し上げられる - Potential
Synonyms and similar words
- 差し上げる (sashiageru) - Offer, give (a respectful way)
- 与える (ataru) - Give, offer (in a more general sense)
- 贈る (okuru) - Give a gift, send a gift
- 提供する (teikyou suru) - Provide, offer (something like a service or product)
- プレゼントする (purezento suru) - Give a gift, especially used in informal contexts.
- 授ける (suzukeru) - Check, grant (usually used in contexts of teaching or blessings)
- 寄贈する (kizou suru) - Only, especially items like books or works of art for institutions
- 贈呈する (zoutei suru) - Presenting a gift formally
Words related
Words with the same pronunciation: さしあげる sashiageru
How to Write in Japanese - (差し上げる) sashiageru
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (差し上げる) sashiageru:
Example Sentences - (差し上げる) sashiageru
Below are some example sentences:
Watashi wa anata ni kono purezento wo sashiageru
I will give you this gift.
I will give you this gift.
- 私 (watashi) - personal pronoun meaning "I"
- は (wa) - particle that indicates the topic of the sentence, in this case "I"
- あなた (anata) - personal pronoun meaning "you"
- に (ni) - particle that indicates the recipient of the action, in this case "to you"
- この (kono) - demonstrative adjective meaning "this"
- プレゼント (purezento) - noun meaning "gift"
- を (wo) - particle that indicates the direct object of the action, in this case "the present"
- 差し上げます (sashiagemasu) - verb meaning "to give", in the sense of offering something with respect or humility
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