断り書き (ことわりがき) Japanese meaning | KotomoraMeanings
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noun
explanatory note; disclaimer; caveat
A written note that explains conditions, exceptions, or reasons, often added to a document, advertisement, or official notice.
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A disclaimer was written in small print at the bottom of the advertisement.
Similar words
- 但し書き
但し書き is a proviso or conditional clause, while 断り書き is a broader explanatory note or disclaimer.
- 注意書き
注意書き is a caution or warning note, whereas 断り書き explains conditions or reasons without necessarily warning.
Etymology
Compound of 断り (ことわり, 'notice; explanation') + 書き (がき, 'writing').
