Translation and Meaning of: 始めまして - hajimemashite

On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 始めまして (hajimemashite) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.

Romaji: hajimemashite

Kana: はじめまして

Type: noun

L: jlpt-n2, jlpt-n1

始めまして

Translation / Meaning: How do you do?; I'm happy to meet you

Meaning in English: How do you do?;I am glad to meet you

Definition: A greeting that means "It's the first time I meet you."

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- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ

Explanation and Etymology - (始めまして) hajimemashite

The Japanese word "始めまして" is an expression commonly used to greet someone for the first time. Its literal meaning is "for the first time starting," but its use is similar to "pleasure to know it" in English. The word consists of three Kanji characters: "始" (start), "め" (honorary particle) and "まして" (polished form of the verb "masu" that indicates action in progress). The honorary particle "め" is added to show respect to the interlocutor. The origin of the word dates back to the edo period (1603-1868), when people used the expression "始めまし目にかかります" to formally present. Over time, the expression was shortened to "始めまして" and became a common form of compliance in Japan.

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Synonyms and Similar - (始めまして) hajimemashite

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初めまして; 初次见面; 初めてお目にかかります

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Example Sentences - (始めまして) hajimemashite

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Other words of the same type: noun

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大切

Kana: たいせつ

Romaji: taisetsu

Translation / Meaning:

important

公表

Kana: こうひょう

Romaji: kouhyou

Translation / Meaning:

official announcement; proclamation

本音

Kana: ほんね

Romaji: honne

Translation / Meaning:

actual intention; reason

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

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