礼を述べる

rei o noberu

to express gratitude

彼は親切にしてくれたので、礼を述べた。

He expressed his gratitude because the other person was kind to him.

formal

To formally express thanks or gratitude, often in a polite or ceremonial manner.

受賞の際に、家族への感謝の気持ちを礼を述べた。

At the award ceremony, he expressed his gratitude to his family.

お客様に対して、丁寧に礼を述べた。

He politely expressed his thanks to the customer.

This phrase is commonly used in formal or ceremonial contexts, such as speeches, award ceremonies, or business settings.

Collocations

心から礼を述べるto express heartfelt thanks深く礼を述べるto express deep gratitude

to say thanks

to express gratitude

Use '礼を述べる' in formal settings, while 'ありがとう' is more casual.

This phrase is typically used in written or formal spoken contexts, not in casual conversation.

The phrase combines '礼' (rei, meaning 'gratitude' or 'thanks') and '述べる' (noberu, meaning 'to state' or 'to express').

This phrase is more formal than simply saying 'ありがとう' (arigatou). It is often used in written communication or formal speeches.

礼

gratitude, thanks

root

を

object marker

particle

述べる

to state, to express

verb

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