courteous language; humble language (non-directed)
Linguistic term for humble expressions where the action or object is not directed toward the listener or a third party. Contrasts with 謙譲語Ｉ (directed humble language).
See also: 謙譲語ＩＩ
"参る" is an example of courteous language.
Japanese honorifics include respectful language, humble language, and courteous language.
尊敬語 elevates the subject, while 丁重語 lowers the speaker's own actions without directing them toward a specific person.
Compound of 丁重 (ていちょう, 'courteous, polite') and 語 (ご, 'language, word').