謹つつしんで

つ

し

ん

で

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Meanings

1

Formal adverb used in polite expressions, often in written or ceremonial contexts, to show deep respect or humility.

ご

挨あい

拶さつ

を

申もう

し

上あ

げ

ます

。

I respectfully offer New Year's greetings.

謹つつしんでお悔くやみ申もうし上あげます。

I humbly express my condolences.

謹つつしむ
The verb form meaning 'to be respectful/humble'; 謹んで is its て-form used adverbially.

Adverbial form of the verb 謹む (つつしむ, 'to be respectful/humble'). The kanji 謹 carries the meaning of 'respectful' or 'cautious'.