尊称
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Meanings
1
honorific title; title of respect
Refers to a respectful form of address or title, such as 様, 先生, or 殿下. Used in formal, official, or polite contexts.
"Sensei" is an honorific title for teachers and doctors.
We add the honorific title "sama" to the addressee's name on letters.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉に尊称をつけるto attach an honorific title to someone
The king is given the honorific title 'Your Majesty.'
- 〈人〉を尊称で呼ぶto address someone using an honorific title
The students address their teacher with the honorific title 'sensei.'
- 尊称として使うto use (a word) as an honorific title
'Denka' is used as an honorific title for members of the imperial family.