Honorific, Lord
On'yomi (音読み)
- ギョ
- ゴ
Kun'yomi (訓読み)
- おん.
- お。る
- お。す
About this kanji
The kanji 御 (on) has primary meanings related to honorifics and represents respect or something noble. It is commonly used as a prefix for polite expressions, often in nouns. For instance, 御飯 (ごはん) means "cooked rice," which is a staple in Japanese cuisine, while 御礼 (おれい) translates to "thank you," a term used to express gratitude. Another example is 御規約 (ごきやく), meaning "regulations," which adds an air of formality. This kanji can be used both in formal situations and to show respect in everyday conversation, making it quite versatile.
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Example sentences
御社のご繁栄をお祈りします。
I wish your company prosperity.
Meanings across languages
- English
- Honorific, Lord
- Tiếng Việt
- Kính, Ngài
- 日本語
- おん, お
- 한국어
- 존경하는
- 中文
- 尊贵的
- id
- terhormat
- th
- เกียรติ
- es
- honorífico
- fr
- honorifique
- de
- ehrwürdig
- pt
- honorífico
Common compounds
- 御飯ごはんCooked rice, Meal
- 御礼おれいThank you, Gratitude
- 御規約ごきやくRegulations, Terms of service
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