N4
おっしゃる (ossharu)
おっしゃる
to say (honorific form of 言う)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Honorific form of 言う (to say). Used when referring to words spoken by a superior. (目上の人が何かを言う時に使う尊敬語です。)
📝 Example Sentences
先生がおっしゃった通り、この問題はとても大切です。
As the teacher said, this problem is very important.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "おっしゃる"!
先生は明日来ると_______。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 先生（目上の人）が何かを言う行為なので、尊敬語の「おっしゃいました」が適切です。
English: Since it is the act of the teacher (a superior) saying something, the honorific form 'osshaimashita' (said) is appropriate.
English: Since it is the act of the teacher (a superior) saying something, the honorific form 'osshaimashita' (said) is appropriate.
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