expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.)
  1. thank you (for the meal just served); I receive (this meal)word usually written using kana alonesee also
Forms
  • いただきます
  • いただきます
Generated definitions (experimental)
  1. thank you (for the meal just served)
  2. This expression is used before starting a meal as a way of expressing gratitude for the food that has been prepared. It acknowledges the effort put into preparing the meal.
  3. I receive (this meal)
  4. This phrase can also imply a humble acceptance or receipt of the meal being offered, showing respect to the person who prepared it.
    When I received a meal from my boss, I said "itadakimasu" to accept it.
Generated collocations (experimental)
thank you (for the meal just served)I will eat (this meal) deliciouslyI receive (this meal) with all my heartI will have (the meal)Let's eat togetherI receive (this meal) with gratitudeI will enjoy the delicious dishafter saying "itadakimasu"to receive the mealbefore saying "itadakimasu"
Wiktionary definitions (experimental)
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