お返し
okaeshi
Description
「お返し」は、何かをもらったときに、そのお礼として相手に何かをあげることです。
"お返し" means giving something to someone as a thank-you when you receive something from them.
日本ではプレゼントやお金をもらったら、お返しをするのが普通です。
In Japan, it is common to give an "お返し" when you receive a gift or money.
Meanings
お返しokaeshi
a gift given in return for something received
誕生日プレゼントのお返しを買いました。
I bought a return gift for my birthday present.
お返しokaeshi
doing the same thing back; retaliation or reciprocation
この前助けてもらったお返しに、手伝います。
As a return for the help I received the other day, I'll help you.
お返しokaeshi
change given back after payment
お返しは百円です。
The change is 100 yen.
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Notes
- Etymology
honorific お + 返し (from 返す, to return), literally "a returning."
- Nuance
often refers to a customary return gift after weddings or receiving presents.
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