noun
Humble noun for visiting someone, often used in the phrase お伺いをする or お伺いを立てる. Implies going to see a superior or someone to whom respect is due.
See also: お伺い
明日、先生のところへお伺いをする予定です。
I plan to pay a visit to my teacher tomorrow.
まずは先方にお伺いを立
Let's decide after we ask for their opinion first.
noun
Humble noun for asking a question or making an inquiry, especially in formal or business contexts. Often used as お伺い.
See also: お伺い
その件について、一言お伺いしたいことがあります。
I have a question I'd like to ask you about that matter.
お客様からのお伺いにお答えします。
We will respond to the customer's inquiry.
The noun form of the humble verb 伺う (うかがう), meaning 'to visit' or 'to ask'. The kanji 伺 originally means 'to pay respects' or 'to inquire'.