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万謝 (ばんしゃ) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Meanings 1
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
many thanks ; sincere apologies
A formal, somewhat literary expression used to convey deep gratitude or profound apology. The intended meaning depends heavily on context. Often used in written correspondence or formal speeches.
葉ば
も
ござい
ませ
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I have caused you trouble, and I have no words to fully apologize.
Kanji 謝 apologize, thank, refuse Similar words 感かん 謝しゃ 感謝 is the common word for 'gratitude' or 'thanks'. 万謝 is much more formal and emphatic, closer to 'a thousand thanks' or 'profound apologies'.
謝しゃ 罪ざい 謝罪 means 'apology' in a general sense. 万謝 conveys a deeper, more formal level of apology, often used in very serious or official contexts.
Etymology Compound of 万 (ban, 'ten thousand, myriad') and 謝 (sha, 'thanks, apology'). The combination intensifies the meaning, suggesting an immense amount of gratitude or regret.