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許しを請う
yurushi o kou
to ask for forgiveness
彼は彼女に許しを請うために手紙を書いた。
He wrote a letter to ask her for forgiveness.
formal
To humbly request forgiveness or pardon from someone, often after making a mistake or causing offense.
私は友人に許しを請うために謝罪した。
I apologized to my friend to ask for forgiveness.
彼は家族に許しを請うために帰国した。
He returned home to ask his family for forgiveness.
This phrase is often used in formal or serious contexts where one seeks to make amends for a significant wrongdoing.
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Pro Tip
Formal Context
Use this phrase when seeking forgiveness in a serious or formal setting, such as after a significant mistake or conflict.
Gold Rule
Respectful Tone
This phrase conveys humility and respect, so it is appropriate for situations where you need to acknowledge wrongdoing and seek reconciliation.
Word Origin
The phrase combines '許し' (forgiveness) and '請う' (to request), reflecting a formal and respectful way of seeking pardon.
Usage Notes
This phrase is typically used in serious or formal situations where one acknowledges a mistake and seeks reconciliation. It is less common in casual conversation.
Word Breakdown
許し
forgiveness
rootを
object marker
particle請う
to request
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