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Introduction<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Japanese phrases for work<\/strong> can help you communicate more politely and confidently with your Japanese boss. Whether you need to ask a question, report your progress, request guidance, or apologize for a mistake, learning practical Business Japanese expressions can make workplace conversations easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this guide, you will learn useful Japanese phrases for work, complete with readings, English meanings, and realistic examples you can practice in your professional life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Japanese business culture, the way you communicate is important. Using appropriate polite expressions can help you ask questions, report your progress, request assistance, and respond professionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You do not need to speak perfect Japanese to communicate effectively with your manager. Learning a few practical expressions and understanding when to use them can make workplace conversations easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we will introduce 10 useful Japanese phrases for talking to your boss, along with readings, English meanings, and example sentences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Is Polite Japanese Important at Work?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Japanese has different levels of politeness. When speaking with a manager, senior colleague, or client, you will often use \u4e01\u5be7\u8a9e[\u3066\u3044\u306d\u3044\u3054] (teineigo)<\/strong>, or polite language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In more formal situations, you may also encounter \u656c\u8a9e[\u3051\u3044\u3054] (keigo)<\/strong>, the broader system of respectful and humble language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \n
  • \u3067\u3059 \u2014 desu \u2014 polite sentence ending<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \u307e\u3059 \u2014 masu \u2014 polite verb ending<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059[\u304a\u306d\u304c\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059] \u2014 onegaishimasu \u2014 please<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \u3042\u308a\u304c\u3068\u3046\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u3059 \u2014 arigatou gozaimasu \u2014 thank you very much<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    These expressions are useful starting points for professional communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    10 Japanese Phrases for Talking to Your Boss<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
    1. \u304a\u75b2\u308c\u69d8\u3067\u3059[\u304a\u3064\u304b\u308c\u3055\u307e\u3067\u3059] \u2014 Otsukaresama desu<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> Thank you for your hard work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This is a common workplace expression in Japan. You can use it when greeting colleagues, starting a conversation with your boss, or acknowledging someone’s work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u304a\u75b2\u308c\u69d8\u3067\u3059\u3002\u5c11\u3057\u304a\u6642\u9593\u3088\u308d\u3057\u3044\u3067\u3057\u3087\u3046\u304b\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    [\u304a\u3064\u304b\u308c\u3055\u307e\u3067\u3059\u3002\u3059\u3053\u3057\u304a\u3058\u304b\u3093\u3088\u308d\u3057\u3044\u3067\u3057\u3087\u3046\u304b\u3002]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Otsukaresama desu. Sukoshi ojikan yoroshii deshou ka.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> Thank you for your hard work. May I have a moment of your time?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    When to use it:<\/strong> When approaching your boss at the office or beginning a workplace conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. \u78ba\u8a8d\u3057\u3066\u3082\u3088\u308d\u3057\u3044\u3067\u3057\u3087\u3046\u304b[\u304b\u304f\u306b\u3093\u3057\u3066\u3082\u3088\u308d\u3057\u3044\u3067\u3057\u3087\u3046\u304b] \u2014 Kakunin shite mo yoroshii deshou ka<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> May I confirm something with you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This phrase is useful when you want to check information, clarify instructions, or make sure you understand a task correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u3053\u306e\u5185\u5bb9\u3092\u78ba\u8a8d\u3057\u3066\u3082\u3088\u308d\u3057\u3044\u3067\u3057\u3087\u3046\u304b\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    [\u3053\u306e\u306a\u3044\u3088\u3046\u3092\u304b\u304f\u306b\u3093\u3057\u3066\u3082\u3088\u308d\u3057\u3044\u3067\u3057\u3087\u3046\u304b\u3002]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Kono naiyou o kakunin shite mo yoroshii deshou ka.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> May I confirm these details?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    When to use it:<\/strong> Before asking your manager to clarify a task or review important information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. \u627f\u77e5\u3057\u307e\u3057\u305f[\u3057\u3087\u3046\u3061\u3057\u307e\u3057\u305f] \u2014 Shouchi shimashita<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> Understood. \/ Certainly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This is a polite and professional way to acknowledge instructions from your boss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u627f\u77e5\u3057\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u3059\u3050\u306b\u5bfe\u5fdc\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    [\u3057\u3087\u3046\u3061\u3057\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u3059\u3050\u306b\u305f\u3044\u304a\u3046\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Shouchi shimashita. Sugu ni taiou itashimasu.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> Understood. I will take care of it right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    When to use it:<\/strong> When receiving instructions, confirming a request, or acknowledging a work assignment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Learning tip:<\/strong> \u627f\u77e5\u3057\u307e\u3057\u305f is generally more suitable for formal workplace communication than casual expressions such as \u308f\u304b\u3063\u305f (wakatta), meaning “Got it.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    4. \u5c11\u3005\u304a\u5f85\u3061\u3044\u305f\u3060\u3051\u307e\u3059\u304b[\u3057\u3087\u3046\u3057\u3087\u3046\u304a\u307e\u3061\u3044\u305f\u3060\u3051\u307e\u3059\u304b] \u2014 Shoushou omachi itadakemasu ka<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> Could you please wait a moment?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You may need to ask your boss to wait while you find a document, check information, or finish a task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u8cc7\u6599\u3092\u78ba\u8a8d\u3057\u307e\u3059\u306e\u3067\u3001\u5c11\u3005\u304a\u5f85\u3061\u3044\u305f\u3060\u3051\u307e\u3059\u304b\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    [\u3057\u308a\u3087\u3046\u3092\u304b\u304f\u306b\u3093\u3057\u307e\u3059\u306e\u3067\u3001\u3057\u3087\u3046\u3057\u3087\u3046\u304a\u307e\u3061\u3044\u305f\u3060\u3051\u307e\u3059\u304b\u3002]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Shiryou o kakunin shimasu node, shoushou omachi itadakemasu ka.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> I will check the materials. Could you please wait a moment?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    When to use it:<\/strong> When you need a little time to prepare information or complete a check.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    5. \u3054\u6307\u793a\u3092\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059[\u3054\u3057\u3058\u3092\u304a\u306d\u304c\u3044\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059] \u2014 Goshiji o onegai itashimasu<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> Please give me your instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This expression can be useful when you need guidance from your manager about the next steps of a task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u6b21\u306b\u4f55\u3092\u3059\u308c\u3070\u3088\u3044\u304b\u3001\u3054\u6307\u793a\u3092\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    [\u3064\u304e\u306b\u306a\u306b\u3092\u3059\u308c\u3070\u3088\u3044\u304b\u3001\u3054\u3057\u3058\u3092\u304a\u306d\u304c\u3044\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Tsugi ni nani o sureba yoi ka, goshiji o onegai itashimasu.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> Please let me know what I should do next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    When to use it:<\/strong> When you have completed an assignment or need your manager to clarify the next action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    6. \u73fe\u5728\u3001\u5bfe\u5fdc\u3057\u3066\u304a\u308a\u307e\u3059[\u3052\u3093\u3056\u3044\u3001\u305f\u3044\u304a\u3046\u3057\u3066\u304a\u308a\u307e\u3059] \u2014 Genzai, taiou shite orimasu<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> I am currently handling it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This is useful when your boss asks about the status of a task or project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u3054\u4f9d\u983c\u306e\u4ef6\u306f\u3001\u73fe\u5728\u5bfe\u5fdc\u3057\u3066\u304a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    [\u3054\u3044\u3089\u3044\u306e\u3051\u3093\u306f\u3001\u3052\u3093\u3056\u3044\u305f\u3044\u304a\u3046\u3057\u3066\u304a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Goirai no ken wa, genzai taiou shite orimasu.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> I am currently working on your request.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    When to use it:<\/strong> During progress updates, meetings, or conversations about pending assignments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Learning tip:<\/strong> When giving a progress update, include the current status and, when appropriate, when you expect to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    7. \u7533\u3057\u8a33\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3093[\u3082\u3046\u3057\u308f\u3051\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3093] \u2014 Moushiwake gozaimasen<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> I sincerely apologize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This is a formal apology used in professional situations. It is appropriate when you need to acknowledge a mistake, delay, or inconvenience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u3054\u9023\u7d61\u304c\u9045\u304f\u306a\u308a\u3001\u7533\u3057\u8a33\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3093\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    [\u3054\u308c\u3093\u3089\u304f\u304c\u304a\u305d\u304f\u306a\u308a\u3001\u3082\u3046\u3057\u308f\u3051\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3093\u3002]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Gorenraku ga osoku nari, moushiwake gozaimasen.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> I sincerely apologize for the delayed communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    When to use it:<\/strong> When apologizing for a missed deadline, late response, or other workplace inconvenience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Learning tip:<\/strong> A professional apology should be accompanied by a clear explanation or corrective action when necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    8. \u3054\u78ba\u8a8d\u3092\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059[\u3054\u304b\u304f\u306b\u3093\u3092\u304a\u306d\u304c\u3044\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059] \u2014 Gokakunin o onegai itashimasu<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> Please review or confirm this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This phrase is useful when sending a report, document, presentation, or other work material to your manager.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u5831\u544a\u66f8\u3092\u4f5c\u6210\u3057\u307e\u3057\u305f\u306e\u3067\u3001\u3054\u78ba\u8a8d\u3092\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    [\u307b\u3046\u3053\u304f\u3057\u3087\u3092\u3055\u304f\u305b\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3057\u305f\u306e\u3067\u3001\u3054\u304b\u304f\u306b\u3093\u3092\u304a\u306d\u304c\u3044\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Houkokusho o sakusei shimashita node, gokakunin o onegai itashimasu.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> I have prepared the report. Please review it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    When to use it:<\/strong> When submitting documents or asking your boss to check your work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    9. \u3054\u76f8\u8ac7\u3057\u305f\u3044\u3053\u3068\u304c\u3042\u308a\u307e\u3059[\u3054\u305d\u3046\u3060\u3093\u3057\u305f\u3044\u3053\u3068\u304c\u3042\u308a\u307e\u3059] \u2014 Gosoudan shitai koto ga arimasu<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> I have something I would like to discuss with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This expression helps you introduce a topic that requires your manager’s advice or attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u4ed5\u4e8b\u306e\u9032\u3081\u65b9\u306b\u3064\u3044\u3066\u3001\u3054\u76f8\u8ac7\u3057\u305f\u3044\u3053\u3068\u304c\u3042\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    [\u3057\u3054\u3068\u306e\u3059\u3059\u3081\u304b\u305f\u306b\u3064\u3044\u3066\u3001\u3054\u305d\u3046\u3060\u3093\u3057\u305f\u3044\u3053\u3068\u304c\u3042\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Shigoto no susumekata ni tsuite, gosoudan shitai koto ga arimasu.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> I have something I would like to discuss regarding how to proceed with the work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    When to use it:<\/strong> When asking for advice, discussing a challenge, or requesting a meeting with your manager.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    10. \u3042\u308a\u304c\u3068\u3046\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u3059\u3002\u5927\u5909\u52c9\u5f37\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f[\u3042\u308a\u304c\u3068\u3046\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u3059\u3002\u305f\u3044\u3078\u3093\u3079\u3093\u304d\u3087\u3046\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f] \u2014 Arigatou gozaimasu. Taihen benkyou ni narimashita<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> Thank you very much. I learned a lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This phrase is a professional way to express appreciation after receiving guidance, feedback, or an explanation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u3054\u6307\u5c0e\u3044\u305f\u3060\u304d\u3001\u3042\u308a\u304c\u3068\u3046\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u3059\u3002\u5927\u5909\u52c9\u5f37\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    [\u3054\u3057\u3069\u3046\u3044\u305f\u3060\u304d\u3001\u3042\u308a\u304c\u3068\u3046\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u3059\u3002\u305f\u3044\u3078\u3093\u3079\u3093\u304d\u3087\u3046\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Goshidou itadaki, arigatou gozaimasu. Taihen benkyou ni narimashita.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> Thank you for your guidance. I learned a great deal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    When to use it:<\/strong> After a meeting, training session, feedback discussion, or helpful conversation with your boss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Quick Reference: 10 Japanese Workplace Phrases<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
    Japanese phrase<\/strong><\/td>English meaning<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    \u304a\u75b2\u308c\u69d8\u3067\u3059<\/td>Thank you for your hard work<\/td><\/tr>
    \u78ba\u8a8d\u3057\u3066\u3082\u3088\u308d\u3057\u3044\u3067\u3057\u3087\u3046\u304b<\/td>May I confirm something?<\/td><\/tr>
    \u627f\u77e5\u3057\u307e\u3057\u305f<\/td>Understood<\/td><\/tr>
    \u5c11\u3005\u304a\u5f85\u3061\u3044\u305f\u3060\u3051\u307e\u3059\u304b<\/td>Could you wait a moment?<\/td><\/tr>
    \u3054\u6307\u793a\u3092\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059<\/td>Please give me your instructions<\/td><\/tr>
    \u73fe\u5728\u3001\u5bfe\u5fdc\u3057\u3066\u304a\u308a\u307e\u3059<\/td>I am currently handling it<\/td><\/tr>
    \u7533\u3057\u8a33\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3093<\/td>I sincerely apologize<\/td><\/tr>
    \u3054\u78ba\u8a8d\u3092\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059<\/td>Please review or confirm this<\/td><\/tr>
    \u3054\u76f8\u8ac7\u3057\u305f\u3044\u3053\u3068\u304c\u3042\u308a\u307e\u3059<\/td>I have something I would like to discuss<\/td><\/tr>
    \u5927\u5909\u52c9\u5f37\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f<\/td>I learned a lot<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Useful Vocabulary for Japanese Workplace Communication<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    Here are eight useful words to learn alongside these expressions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. \u4e0a\u53f8[\u3058\u3087\u3046\u3057] \u2014 Joushi<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> Boss \/ supervisor<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong> \u4e0a\u53f8\u306b\u76f8\u8ac7\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Translation:<\/strong> I will consult my supervisor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. \u5831\u544a[\u307b\u3046\u3053\u304f] \u2014 Houkoku<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> Report<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong> \u7d50\u679c\u3092\u5831\u544a\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Translation:<\/strong> I will report the results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. \u78ba\u8a8d[\u304b\u304f\u306b\u3093] \u2014 Kakunin<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> Confirmation \/ checking<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong> \u5185\u5bb9\u3092\u78ba\u8a8d\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Translation:<\/strong> I will check the details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    4. \u76f8\u8ac7[\u305d\u3046\u3060\u3093] \u2014 Soudan<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> Consultation \/ discussion<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong> \u4e0a\u53f8\u306b\u76f8\u8ac7\u3057\u305f\u3044\u3067\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Translation:<\/strong> I would like to consult my boss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    5. \u6307\u793a[\u3057\u3058] \u2014 Shiji<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> Instructions \/ directions<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong> \u6307\u793a\u3092\u78ba\u8a8d\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Translation:<\/strong> I will check the instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    6. \u8cc7\u6599[\u3057\u308a\u3087\u3046] \u2014 Shiryou<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> Materials \/ documents<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong> \u4f1a\u8b70\u306e\u8cc7\u6599\u3092\u6e96\u5099\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Translation:<\/strong> I will prepare the meeting materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    7. \u7d0d\u671f[\u306e\u3046\u304d] \u2014 Nouki<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> Deadline \/ delivery date<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong> \u7d0d\u671f\u3092\u78ba\u8a8d\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Translation:<\/strong> I will confirm the deadline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    8. \u6539\u5584[\u304b\u3044\u305c\u3093] \u2014 Kaizen<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Meaning:<\/strong> Improvement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/strong> \u4ed5\u4e8b\u306e\u9032\u3081\u65b9\u3092\u6539\u5584\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Translation:<\/strong> I will improve the way I work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example Conversation: Speaking to Your Japanese Boss<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Let’s see how these expressions work in a realistic workplace situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Situation:<\/strong> You want to update your boss about a report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Employee:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u304a\u75b2\u308c\u69d8\u3067\u3059\u3002\u5831\u544a\u66f8\u306e\u9032\u6357\u306b\u3064\u3044\u3066\u3001\u3054\u5831\u544a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Otsukaresama desu. Houkokusho no shinchoku ni tsuite, gohoukoku itashimasu.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> Thank you for your hard work. I would like to report on the progress of the report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Boss:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u306f\u3044\u3002\u73fe\u5728\u3001\u3069\u306e\u304f\u3089\u3044\u9032\u3093\u3067\u3044\u307e\u3059\u304b\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Hai. Genzai, dono kurai susunde imasu ka.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> Yes. How much progress have you made so far?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Employee:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u73fe\u5728\u3001\u5168\u4f53\u306e80\uff05\u307b\u3069\u304c\u5b8c\u4e86\u3057\u3066\u304a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002\u660e\u65e5\u307e\u3067\u306b\u5b8c\u6210\u3059\u308b\u4e88\u5b9a\u3067\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Genzai, zentai no hachijuppaasento hodo ga kanryou shite orimasu. Ashita made ni kansei suru yotei desu.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> Approximately 80% is complete. I plan to finish it by tomorrow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Boss:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u5206\u304b\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u5b8c\u6210\u3057\u305f\u3089\u3001\u78ba\u8a8d\u3055\u305b\u3066\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Wakarimashita. Kansei shitara, kakunin sasete kudasai.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> Understood. Please let me review it when it is finished.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Employee:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u627f\u77e5\u3057\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u5b8c\u6210\u6b21\u7b2c\u3001\u3054\u78ba\u8a8d\u3092\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Shouchi shimashita. Kansei shidai, gokakunin o onegai itashimasu.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> Understood. I will send it for your review as soon as it is complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This conversation demonstrates how polite expressions can help you give updates, acknowledge instructions, and coordinate work professionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    5 Tips for Speaking Japanese with Your Boss<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
    1. Choose polite expressions<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Use expressions such as \u3067\u3059, \u307e\u3059, \u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059, and \u627f\u77e5\u3057\u307e\u3057\u305f when appropriate for the situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Avoid overly casual expressions until you understand the workplace’s communication style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. Be clear and specific<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    When reporting your progress, explain what you have completed, what remains, and when you expect to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u73fe\u5728\u3001\u534a\u5206\u307b\u3069\u5b8c\u4e86\u3057\u3066\u3044\u307e\u3059\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Genzai, hanbun hodo kanryou shite imasu.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> Approximately half is complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. Ask questions when you are unsure<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    It is better to clarify an instruction than to continue with an incorrect understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Try:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u3082\u3046\u4e00\u5ea6\u8aac\u660e\u3057\u3066\u3044\u305f\u3060\u3051\u307e\u3059\u304b\u3002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Mou ichido setsumei shite itadakemasu ka.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    English:<\/strong> Could you explain that one more time?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    4. Learn the difference between polite and humble language<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Some expressions, such as \u7533\u3057\u4e0a\u3052\u307e\u3059 (moushiagemasu) and \u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059 (itashimasu), belong to more formal business Japanese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You do not need to memorize every form at once. Start with common phrases and practice using them in context.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    5. Practice complete conversations<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Memorizing individual phrases is helpful, but real workplace communication requires listening and responding, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Practice conversations involving:<\/p>\n\n\n\n