JLPT N5 Beginner
どうも
Casual thanks, hello, or apology; somehow or for some reason
Readings
Other forms
どうもすみません Excuse me / I'm very sorry
どうもありがとう Thanks a lot
1 Expression, Adverb
Hi" / "Thanks" / "Sorry
A versatile shortener used for greetings, gratitude, or light apologies when full phrases feel too stiff or lengthy.
2 Adverb
Somehow" / "For some reason
An adverb indicating that a situation seems to be a certain way for reasons that are difficult to define or pinpoint.
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