noun
modest word; humble language
Linguistic term for a word or expression that shows humility, often used in the context of Japanese keigo (honorific speech).
「参る」は「行く」の謙辞です。
"Mairu" is a humble word for "iku" (to go).
謙辞を適切に使うことで、相手への敬意を表せます。
By using humble language appropriately, you can show respect to the listener.
From 謙 (modesty, humility) and 辞 (word, expression). A Sino-Japanese compound used in linguistic contexts.