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厚謝 (こうしゃ) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Meanings 1
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb, intransitive verb
deep gratitude ; profound thanks
A formal, somewhat literary expression of deep appreciation. Often used in written acknowledgments or speeches. Can be used as a noun or with する to express the act of thanking deeply.
謝しゃ
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He expressed profound thanks to his mentor.
Kanji 謝 apologize, thank, refuse Similar words 感かん 謝しゃ 感謝 is the common, everyday word for gratitude or thanks. 厚謝 is more formal and emphatic, implying a deeper level of gratitude, and is less frequently used in casual conversation.
謝しゃ 意い 謝意 means 'gratitude' or 'thanks' in a formal sense, but 厚謝 specifically emphasizes the depth or sincerity of that gratitude.
Etymology Compound of 厚 (deep, profound) and 謝 (thanks, apology). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the combination naturally conveys a sense of deep gratitude.
