返し
kaeshi
Description
「返し」は、何かをもとに戻すことや、相手からもらったものにこたえることを表す言葉です。
"返し" is a word that expresses returning something to its original state or responding to something received from someone.
会話では、メッセージへの「返し」がおもしろい人が人気になることもあります。
In conversation, people who give interesting "返し" to messages can become popular.
Meanings
返しkaeshi
a reply or response, especially a witty one
彼の返しがとても上手で笑った。
He replied so cleverly that I laughed.
返しkaeshi
returning something; giving back in return
お祝いの返しに何を送ろうか。
What should I send in return for the celebration?
返しkaeshi
repeating or doing again; the act of turning back
同じ言葉の繰り返しが多い。
There are many repetitions of the same words.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
noun form of the verb 返す (to return, to give back).
- Nuance
in casual chat 返し often means a clever comeback or reply to a message.
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