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JLPT N4 Elementary

挨拶

A social greeting, salutation, or a formal speech given at an event.

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Other forms

挨拶する plain form
挨拶します polite form
挨拶して te-form
挨拶した plain past
1 Noun, Suru verb

Greeting

Refers to the ritualistic exchange of words or gestures used to acknowledge others and maintain social harmony.

Example

毎朝 、 隣 の 人 と 挨拶 を します 。

Every morning, I exchange greetings with my neighbor.

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2 Noun, Suru verb

Speech / Address

Indicates a formal speech or opening remarks delivered to an audience at a specific event.

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挨拶
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A social greeting, salutation, or a formal speech given at an event.
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