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ただいま不在中です
tadaima fuzai-chū desu
I'm currently away
ただいま不在中です。メッセージをお預かりします。
I'm currently away. I'll hold your message.
formal
A polite expression indicating that someone is not present at the moment.
留守番電話に「ただいま不在中です」というメッセージが流れました。
The answering machine played a message saying, 'I'm currently away.'
受付のアナウンスで「ただいま不在中です」と流れていました。
The reception announcement said, 'I'm currently away.'
Used in formal or business settings, often on answering machines, voicemail, or automated systems.
Collocations
ただいま不在中I'm currently awayただいま不在中ですのでsince I'm currently away
Antonyms
Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
In formal settings (e.g., businesses, offices), use 「ただいま不在中です」. In casual conversations, shorter phrases like 「今いない」or 「外出中」are more natural.
Gold Rule
Automated Systems
This phrase is standard in automated messages (e.g., voicemail, reception systems) to indicate temporary absence.
Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in professional or formal contexts to indicate temporary absence. It is often followed by an explanation of when the person will return or how to leave a message. In informal settings, simpler phrases like 「ただいまいません」or 「外出中です」may be used instead.
Word Breakdown
ただいま
just now / at this moment
adverb不在中
during absence
noun+suffixです
polite copula (is/am/are)
copula和英辞典