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A polite way to say 'go and come back' or 'have a good trip' when someone is leaving home or the workplace. It is used to wish someone a safe journey and to imply that you expect them to return.
明日は出張だから、行ってらっしゃい。
I'm going on a business trip tomorrow, so have a good trip.
学校へ行ってらっしゃい。
Have a good day at school.
This phrase is often used by family members or superiors to show concern and goodwill. It is more common in Japanese households and workplaces.
This phrase is more polite than 'いってきます' and is often used by parents to children or superiors to subordinates.
Use '行ってらっしゃい' when someone is leaving for a significant trip or outing, not for short or casual departures.
Derived from the verb '行く' (to go) and the polite form 'らっしゃい', which is a contraction of 'いらっしゃい' (come).
This phrase is typically used when someone is leaving home or the workplace. It is a way to show that you care about their safety and well-being. It is not used when someone is leaving for a short trip or a quick errand.