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おかげさまで
okagesama de
Description
「おかげさまで」は、だれかにありがとうと思う気持ちをつたえるあいさつの言葉です。
"おかげさまで" is a greeting used to express gratitude to someone.
元気ですかと聞かれたときに、よくこの言葉を使います。
This phrase is often used when asked how you are doing.
Meanings
おかげさまでokagesama de
thanks to you; fortunately (polite reply of gratitude)
おかげさまで元気にしています。
Thanks to you, I am doing well.
おかげさまでokagesama de
thanks to your help; owing to your support
おかげさまで試験に合格しました。
Thanks to you, I passed the exam.
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Notes
- Etymology
from お陰 (shade/protection) + honorific 様 + で, literally "thanks to your gracious protection."
- Nuance
a polite set phrase expressing humble gratitude, often used when replying about one's well-being.
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