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もしもし
moshimoshi
Description
「もしもし」は、電話に出るときによく使う言葉です。
"もしもし" is a word often used when answering the phone.
相手に呼びかけたいときにも使います。
It is also used when calling out to someone.
Meanings
もしもしmoshimoshi
hello (on the telephone)
もしもし、田中さんですか。
Hello, is this Mr. Tanaka?
もしもしmoshimoshi
excuse me; hey (to get attention)
もしもし、財布を落としましたよ。
Hello, you dropped your wallet.
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Notes
- Etymology
from 申す申す (mōsu mōsu, humbly "I say, I say"), repeated to signal you are about to speak.
- Nuance
standard on the phone, but calling out もしもし to a stranger in person can sound slightly childish.
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