Meaning

Primary

Thanks

Alternative

Gratitude

Word Type

noun

Explanation

The meaning of this word is the same as the kanji, except it has an before it, which just makes the thing you're saying elevate the other person more. Basically, it's more polite and awesome.

Reading

おれい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

The reading is the same as the one you learned with the kanji.

Context

Patterns of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • お礼をいう

    to say thank you

    お礼をつたえる

    to convey one's gratitude

    お礼を申し上げる

    to express one's gratitude

Context Sentences

お礼にビールをもらいました。

I got a beer as a thank you.

マミから先日のお礼のメールがきたよ。

I received a thank you email for the other day from Mami.

これ、お礼の石です。

This is a rock to show my gratitude.

Kanji Composition