お断り
Freq.FrequencyTop 10,000
Meanings
1
Polite noun for turning down an offer, invitation, or request. Often used in formal contexts or written notices.
See also: 断り
I'm very sorry, but I must decline.
At the shop entrance, it said 'No entry today'.
2
Polite term for a formal notice or announcement, often used in official or business contexts to inform of a decision or policy.
A notice was posted on the bulletin board.
We will start construction after issuing a notice.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉をお断りするto decline (an offer, request, invitation)
I turned down his offer.
- 〈物〉お断りnotice refusing (something), as a sign or posted statement
There's a sign in front of the shop that says 'No salespeople.'
- 〈事〉はお断りいたしますto formally decline (something), in polite/business speech
We must respectfully decline this request.
- 前もってお断りするto give advance notice (of a decision or change)
I'd like to give advance notice about the price increase.
Expressions
- 一見さんお断りno first-time customers; regulars only