お疲れ様
o-tsukaresamaphrase★Intermediate
formal
expression used to acknowledge someone's hard work or efforts, similar to 'good job' or 'well done'
お疲れ様でした
Thank you for your hard work
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often used in business settings or when addressing colleagues
informal
expression used to show appreciation for someone's work or efforts
お疲れ
You're tired, aren't you?
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can be used in casual conversations with friends or acquaintances
Collocations
お疲れ様でしたThank you for your hard work
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お疲れ様ですphrase
expression used to acknowledge someone's hard work
💡Pro Tip
Usage tip
Be mindful of the level of formality when using this phrase. In formal settings, use 'お疲れ様でした'.
📖Word Origin
The phrase consists of 'お' (honorific prefix), '疲れ' (tiredness), and '様' (a polite suffix).
📝Usage Notes
The phrase can be used in various situations, such as after a meeting, at the end of a workday, or when acknowledging someone's efforts.
Word Breakdown
お
honorific prefix
prefix疲れ
tiredness
root様
polite suffix
suffix和英辞典