Grammar
Keigo (Honorific)
さしあげる
- A special form of kenjogo (謙譲語, humble language) for the verb "あげる".
- It is typically used in formal contexts to show humility when speaking about the speaker gives something to someone of higher status.
Example Sentences
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A社の社長に、ワインをさしあげました。I gave wine to the president of Company A.
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部長に、旅行のおみやげをさしあげました。I gave a souvenir from my trip to the department head.
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卒業式の日、先生に手紙と花束をさしあげる予定だ。I plan to give a letter and a bouquet to the teacher on graduation day.
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部長の誕生日に、みんなでケーキを差し上げた。We all gave a cake to the department head for his birthday.
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今、お客様に特別なプレゼントをさしあげています。We're currently offering a special gift to our customers.
Tags
JLPT N4